Daniel Jones
Quarterback
Ht: 6' 5" Wt: 230 Age: 29 Exp: 8 years College: Duke Drafted: 2019 R1 6
Avg FF PTS
21.34
Per Game
Cumulative FF PTS
277.45
Position Rank: 16th
Projected FF PTS
N/A
Week 22
Upside / Downside
-17.62
Week 22
Posted: 8/09/2026 8:29 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones is expected to practice in a joint session with the New England Patriots on Tuesday, Aug. 11, but he is not expected to play in the preseason game Thursday, Aug. 13.
Huddle Up: Jones is making his way back from a major injury after a sensational start to his 2025 season. It appears he is comfortably installed as the starting QB in Indianapolis, but he is barely hanging on as a low-end QB2 in most fantasy leagues. He shouldn't be drafted outside of the deepest of leagues, and formats using two starting quarterbacks.
Posted: 8/05/2026 5:48 am GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) hasn't missed any days of practice thus far and has taken every snap with the first-team offense, per ESPN's Stephen Holder, who adds that Jones has "put to rest" any uncertainties that may have existed coming into camp regarding his availability after tearing his Achilles last December.
Huddle Up: A healthy Jones is good news for all of Indy's skill-position players, including most notably Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Warren. While you wouldn't consider Jones a viable QB1, his dual-threat ability makes him a interesting QB2 for fantasy owners.
Posted: 7/28/2026 6:38 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard says the plan is to keep QB Daniel Jones, QB Riley Leonard, and QB Anthony Richardson "as of now."
Posted: 7/27/2026 7:37 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) said he plans to be a full participant at the start of training camp.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Jones receives any days off during camp, but he seems confident about being ready for Week 1. He posted solid numbers before his injury last season but should only be considered a No. 2 fantasy quarterback.
Posted: 7/11/2026 12:20 am GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) said he is "cleared to do everything" as he rehabs from a torn Achilles. "I think it's just about, at this point, sharpening that," Jones said.
Huddle Up: Although Jones seems to have a chance to be ready for Week 1, returning from an Achilles injury can be difficult. Don't be surprised if it takes Jones a while to regain his mobility, which will take a toll on his fantasy value. He should be viewed as a midrange QB2 entering 2026.
Posted: 6/01/2026 7:42 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) is participating in seven-on-seven drills during the voluntary workout Monday, June 1.
Huddle Up: Jones is making progress in his recovery, but it is not known when he will be a full participant in practice again. He will be the starter once he is healthy but will only be a No. 2 quarterback in fantasy leagues.
Posted: 5/27/2026 12:24 am GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones participated in some capacity in OTAs on Tuesday, May 2. He's closing in on six months post right Achilles surgery.
Huddle Up: This is an optimistic sign for Colts fans and fantasy owners of Jones. However, coming back from a torn Achilles is tough, especially for a mobile quarterback, so his being a QB2 at this point seems fair and allows fantasy players to proceed with caution. Jones was in the midst of his best NFL season prior to the injury, completing a career high 68 percent of his passes with 19 touchdown passes in 13 games to go along with five rushing scores.
Posted: 5/10/2026 11:10 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts QBs Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson are set to battle for the primary backup job to starter QB Daniel Jones, while QB Seth Henigan is also on the roster. Offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter said it's "still early" and "too soon" to determine a frontrunner for the QB2 job.
Posted: 4/21/2026 5:38 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen told the media that QB Daniel Jones continues on his path to playing following a torn Achilles. Steichen added that he did "anticipate him being ready for training camp."
Huddle Up: Jones being back for the season seems to be on the table, and fantasy players should take note of that. However, coming back from a torn Achilles is tough, especially for a mobile quarterback, so his being a QB2 at this point seems fair and allows fantasy players to proceed with caution.
Posted: 4/20/2026 8:37 pm GMT
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) is dealing well in his recovery from an Achilles injury and has been throwing and moving around as part of his rehab, according to general manager Chris Ballard.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Jones will be ready for training camp and the start of the regular season. He played well during the first half of the 2025 season but probably will be a No. 2 quarterback in most leagues in 2026.
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