Rumors are intensifying surrounding Daniel Jones

Daniel Jones may very well be on the move. According to sources at NFL Network and ESPN, the Indianapolis Colts have received several calls from teams interested in their quarterback, and they are reportedly open to offers.

Jones is still expected to be the Colts' starting quarterback on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys.

Indianapolis preferred to wait until this week before seriously considering any proposals. The trade deadline is set for Tuesday.

On Wednesday, Adam Schefter had only mentioned the possibility of a trade. The situation now appears to be very real. The Colts are also in talks with other teams regarding running back Jonathan Taylor, for whom they are reportedly seeking a first-round pick.

Several Teams Showing Interest

The Baltimore Ravens reportedly inquired about Jones before finalizing the acquisition of Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals. However, they aren't the only ones who have called.

The Minnesota Vikings are also worth keeping an eye on. Jones played for them in 2024, and the team boasts one of the best defenses in the NFL. The Vikings are also dealing with Kyler Murray's injury, with Carson Wentz stepping in as his replacement.

A Matter of Money

The financial aspect looms large in this situation. Jones' contract calls for a salary of $10.51 million for 2027, which will become fully guaranteed on March 15 if he is still with the Colts.

If Indianapolis is eliminated from playoff contention, the team might prefer to keep Jones on the bench to avoid an injury that would make that amount guaranteed. A trade would also allow the Colts to free themselves from that obligation.

With a 2-6 record, Indianapolis appears to be in the midst of a rebuild. After Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, Daniel Jones could be next to go.

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