Colts QB Daniel Jones improves ranking, remains below average in NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:53 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones has climbed to 21st in The Athletic's latest quarterback rankings, marking the largest improvement among his peers. Despite the rise, he remains categorized as below average after setting career bests in several metrics last season before suffering a torn Achilles tendon. After initially thriving under Colts coach Shane Steichen, a late-season injury limited his performance, coinciding with the team's seven-game losing streak. Jones is practicing without restrictions at training camp and has been named a Pro Bowl alternate despite missing the final four games of the season. The Colts seek to build on his improvements as the new season approaches.
- •Daniel Jones ranks 21st among NFL quarterbacks in latest rankings.
- •He improved eight spots from the previous year, with a career-high in key performance metrics.
- •Jones suffered a torn Achilles and fractured fibula during the last season.
- •He completed 68% of his passes for over 3,100 yards and 19 touchdowns in 13 starts.
- •Jones practices without limitations as training camp begins.
- 2:53 AMYahoo Sports — Colts QB Daniel Jones Improves a Tier, But Still Below Average in The Athletic’s latest ranking
"Colts’ starting quarterback Daniel Jones meaningfully improved in this ranking but has work to do.
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