Colts QB Daniel Jones faces critical evaluation entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Daniel Jones has been named the Colts' player on the 'hot seat' as the 2026 season approaches. After recovering from a torn Achilles, he has participated in training camp and is expected to return to his strong performance from last year. In the 2025 season, Jones completed 68% of his passes for 3,101 yards and 19 touchdowns. The Colts re-signed him to a two-year, $88 million contract this past March, allowing for a possible exit after 2026 if necessary. With mobility critical to the Colts' offense, his performance will be closely scrutinized this season.
- •Daniel Jones recovering from a torn Achilles injury
- •Completed 68% of passes in 2025
- •Colts re-signed Jones for two years at $88 million
- •Performance will impact his future with the team
- •Critical evaluation period for Jones as the season approaches
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Colts QB Daniel Jones named player on ‘hot seat’ entering 2026
"Daniel Jones’ Achilles recovery and contract situation have put the Colts quarterback under the microscope entering 2026.
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