Colts' Daniel Jones moves up in QB tier rankings ahead of 2026 season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Daniel Jones has been ranked by anonymous NFL executives and coaches ahead of the 2026 season. After previously being in Tier 4, Jones is now categorized in Tier 3, marking an ascent among 35 quarterbacks evaluated. Analysts noted a positive shift in his performance with the Colts, contrasting his earlier struggles with the Giants. Despite an impressive start to his last season, injuries limited his contributions. He is currently participating in training camp, showing promising recovery from his Achilles injury.
- •Daniel Jones now in Tier 3 of quarterback rankings for 2026 season.
- •He was ranked 21st among 35 quarterbacks evaluated.
- •Jones showed improvement with the Colts after leaving the Giants.
- •He is participating in training camp while recovering from an Achilles injury.
- •Colts' 2026 success depends on Jones regaining form.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Anonymous NFL execs, coaches rank and evaluate Jaguars Trevor Lawrence
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Anonymous NFL execs, coaches rank and evaluate Colts' Daniel Jones
"Anonymous NFL executives and coaches ranked Colts' QB Daniel Jones and evaluated his play last season.
"Anonymous NFL executives and coaches ranked and evaluated Jaguars' QB Trevor Lawrence.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 1:04 PMAnonymous NFL execs, coaches rank and evaluate Jaguars Trevor Lawrence
Anonymous NFL executives and coaches ranked and evaluated Jaguars' QB Trevor Lawrence.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 12:55 PMAnonymous NFL execs, coaches rank and evaluate Colts' Daniel Jones
Anonymous NFL executives and coaches ranked Colts' QB Daniel Jones and evaluated his play last season.
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