Daniel Jones isn’t going anywhere before the trade deadline.
That’s the message the Colts delivered to their quarterback on Saturday, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero, who reported that Indianapolis told Jones it would not move him by Tuesday’s deadline. Pelissero shared the update on X, formerly Twitter, after Jones and the Colts took a 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
“The Colts informed QB Daniel Jones on Saturday they’re not trading him by Tuesday’s deadline, sources tell The Ringer and Netflix Sports,” Pelissero posted on the social media website X, formerly Twitter.
Pelissero also said teams checked in on Jones, but Indianapolis never seriously entertained a deal.
“Teams called and the Colts listened,” Pelissero said. “But they never had any intention of moving him. Despite speculation, Jones is staying in Indy.”
The trade chatter has lingered even though Jones has already helped revive his career in Indianapolis. He has posted a career-high 68% completion percentage and thrown for 3,101 yards in 2025, while helping keep the Colts and coach Shane Steichen in the AFC South race before they eventually finished third.
But the recent dip in production fueled the rumors again. Jones has thrown six touchdowns and 10 interceptions, and he has not had a game with more than one touchdown pass. He has also turned in two games with multiple interceptions.
Even with that slide, Pelissero’s reporting points to the Colts staying committed to Jones for now. The decision comes as Indianapolis also searches for a new permanent general manager after firing Chris Ballard during the season.
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