The
Indianapolis Colts
are apparently set to sign the free-agent quarterback
Daniel Jones.
What grades are the experts assigning to the Colts for this acquisition?
Reports from the NFL Combine indicated that Jones was the primary focus for the Colts at the quarterback position. General Manager Chris Ballard publicly stated that there would be an open contest between him and Anthony Richardson for the starting role.
Jones is now part of the Colts
for a year-long contract totaling $14 million with potential to reach up to
$17.7 million
.
Jones, once selected as the sixth overall pick, was by the
New York Giants
He has participated in 69 professional games and has successfully completed 64% of his pass attempts throughout his career.
6.5 yards per pass
with 70 touchdown passes to 47 interceptions.
Following his release by the Giants in the previous season, Jones signed with the
Minnesota Vikings
practice squad.
The ratings provided by specialists for this acquisition of the Colts are as follows:
Sporting News
Grade:
B
Vinnie Iyer:
Indy required a dynamic young quarterback with potential to serve as a backup for Anthony Richardson, and Jones seems like a sensible choice for Shane Steichen.
33rd Team
Grade:
A
Tyler Brooke:
Jones faced harsh challenges during his time in New York, but he now has a genuine opportunity to compete for a starting position with the Colts, benefiting both parties. This could either lead to Jones having a rejuvenated career in Indianapolis or motivating Richardson to achieve his fullest capability.
Sports Illustrated
Grade:
B
Sports Illustrated’s Matt Verderame
: “Jones and the
Indianapolis Colts
consented to the conditions presented
a one-year contract valued at $14 million
, offering him a chance to compete for the starting quarterback position along with another first-round draft pick, Anthony Richardson.”
Pro Football Focus
Grade:
Below Average
PFF:
The Colts are set to make Jones one of the top-earning backup quarterbacks in the NFL, possibly indicating an ongoing rivalry with the underperforming Anthony Richardson. Although Jones isn’t considered a premium starter, he has achieved a PFF rating above 70.0 in each of the past four seasons where he participated in at least 350 plays. Nevertheless, this decision appears as an excessive investment for Indianapolis.
The Athletic
Grade:
B
The Athletic’s Mike Jones
As Anthony Richardson continues to develop, the Colts are providing Jones an opportunity to compete and rejuvenate his career after his time with the Giants ended poorly where he was the franchise quarterback. During his stint with the Giants, Jones had trouble maintaining consistency and only threw eight touchdowns against seven interceptions in ten games, resulting in a 2-8 win-loss record.
The article initially appeared on Colts Wire:
Colts to sign Daniel Jones: Experts hand out grades for Indianapolis
