NFL news: Daniel Jones reportedly finalizing deal with Colts | Fox News
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NFL news: Daniel Jones reportedly finalizing deal with Colts | Fox News
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Jones served as the backup in Minnesota after being released in November
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Published March 11, 2025 11:13am EDT

     

 is on the move again.

The former  quarterback, who finished last season as a backup in Minnesota after being released mid-season, has agreed to terms with the Indianapolis Colts, the NFL Network first reported Tuesday.



Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daniel Jones, #13, against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)

According to reports, the one-year deal is worth $14 million plus incentives, and includes $13.15 million fully guaranteed.



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Richardson was expected to be Indy’s long-term starter, but the addition of Jones could challenge that.

Colts general manager Chris Ballard said last month at the league's annual scouting combine in Indianapolis that the team would be adding another quarterback to the mix – one who would fiercely compete for the starting role.

"It's got to be the right guy to create real competition," he said. "I think it's good for the team, I think it's good for Anthony. Look, we drafted Anthony high, knowing it was going to take some time and we knew there was going to be some hiccups along the way."

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Jones moves on to Indy after his tumultuous six-year tenure with the Giants ended mid-season.



Minnesota Vikings quarterback Daniel Jones, #13, against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images)

Head coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of third-string quarterback Tommy DeVito back in November, which prompted Jones to request that he be released. He joined  with a 24-44-1 record in the regular season and 1-1 record in the playoffs.

_The Associated Press contributed to this report._

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