Colts Sign QB Daniel Jones to $88M Deal

0:00On March 11, the Indianapolis Colts have extended quarterback Daniel Jones with a two-year deal worth $88 million, averaging $44 million per season. It includes $60 million guaranteed, and he could reach up to $100 million with incentives, pushing the average to $50 million a year. Earlier this week, after using a transition tag as a placeholder at about $38 million for next year, the team committed to this shorter term. Packed, despite Jones suffering a torn Achilles in his strongest proceeds and yet, he still landed a $30 million annual bump from before. Fans and analysts see it as a smart move for the Colts, who needed a proven starter amid pressure on coach Shane Steichen and General Manager Chris. Ballard, last year, Jones showed he could deliver wins and push for playoffs, even with the injury setback. Breaking it down, his average rank 16th among starting quarterbacks, just behind Patrick Mahomes at $45 million and ahead of Matthew.

1:02Stafford's $42.5 million. Guarantees play some 17th at $60 million, and overall value 18th right behind Baker Mayfield, but above some top rookies like Caleb, Williams. With a leak salary cap jumping to over $300 million, this keeps Jones affordable while buying time to build a contender around him in the Bestum Tough AFC.