Colts Field Jones Trade Inquiries by Tuesday Deadline — SkimNews
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- Indianapolis Colts have received calls from multiple teams inquiring about a trade for Daniel Jones, who is slated to start Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys, and are willing to listen to any offers.
- Baltimore Ravens checked in on Jones before trading for Jacoby Brissett; the Minnesota Vikings also feature in speculation because Jones has history with the team and its defense is described as Super Bowl-caliber.
- Indianapolis Colts expect to take Jones calls through Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET trade deadline, seeking as much draft capital as possible and reduced financial risk, but will consider a move only for what they view as a fair offer.
- Daniel Jones signed a two-year, $88 million contract with a $44 million signing bonus in March, and his $10.51 million injury guarantee for 2027 becomes fully guaranteed March 15 if he remains with the Colts.
- Indianapolis Colts, 2-6, could bench Jones if eliminated from playoff contention rather than expose him to injury and risk the $10.51 million guarantee; Jones could also waive that guarantee if he wants to play for another franchise.
- Shane Steichen said Daniel “gives us the best chance to win right now,” a vote of confidence whose “right now” wording leaves Jones's longer-term status open.
- Jonathan Taylor is also under trade discussion at Indianapolis, alongside separate discussions involving Daniel Jones.
Why it matters: Jones’s $10.51 million injury guarantee becomes fully guaranteed March 15 if he remains, making that sum a concrete liability as Indianapolis seeks draft capital. The immediate choice is bounded by Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline, with the 2-6 Colts requiring fair value on a quarterback signed to a two-year, $88 million contract.
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