While Jones is expected to be the backup to 2023 No. 4 pick Anthony Richardson, an NFL executive told The Athletic's Mike Sando that the 27-year-old could revive his career the same way Sam Darnold did during the 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings.

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen confirmed plans for a quarterback competition between incumbent Anthony Richardson and new signing Daniel Jones.

For the first time since the Colts signed Daniel Jones in free agency, Shane Steichen was available to answer questions about the quarterback.