Colts Lock in Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce

0:00On March 11, quarterback Daniel Jones is sticking with the Indianapolis Colts for at least two more years after agreeing to a new contract worth up. To $100 million, the deal includes $88 million over the next two seasons, with $50 million guaranteed, and another $12 million. Possible through incentives. Jones sparked the Colts' offense early last season with a strong 10-game start, but injuries hit hard after the by-week, including a hairline. Fracture and his left leg and a season-ending torn right Achilles tendon in early December. It's not clear if he'll be ready for the September opener, though the general manager and coach hope he can join training camp. Before landing in Indy, Jones had a tough run, playing just six games in 2023, and starting 10 for the New York Giants in 2020. 24 before getting benched and released. There, he showed promise with 68% completion for 3,101 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 8.

1:00Interceptions, his best numbers in years. The Colts locked in their top priorities by also signing receiver Alec Pierce to a four-year deal worth $116 million building. On their strong, on-field chemistry. To keep that duo together, they traded longtime top receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a late-round pick. And they're now. Allowing back a quarterback, Anthony Richardson, to seek a trade. With these moves, Indy is shaping a clear path forward around Jones, betting on his recovery, and fresh start to boost their offense next season.