New Daniel Jones Trade Rumors Update Colts QB's Future Ahead of 2026 NFL Deadline

Daniel Jones is reportedly staying with the Indianapolis Colts.

According to Tom Pelissero of the Ringer and Netflix Sports, the team told the quarterback that he will not be traded prior to the NFL trade deadline:

Pelissero's report comes after Jones sidestepped a question about whether he's contemplated asking for a trade following the team's 27-23 loss against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, its fifth straight defeat.

"Just so much going on here with getting ready for this game and playing well today, that's plenty to think about," he told reporters.

Jones, 29, hasn't exactly put his best foot forward this season. On Sunday he finished 20-of-34 for 180 yards, a touchdown and an interception, taking two sacks. He now has six touchdowns, 10 interceptions and 24 sacks taken on the year.

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The Colts, meanwhile, are in an absolute free fall and are clearly open for business after already trading away guard Quenton Nelson and defensive lineman DeForest Buckner. Trade rumors have circulated around other players on the team, including Jones and star running back Jonathan Taylor.

On Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network and Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that the Colts have "received calls from multiple teams inquiring about trading for Jones" and that the team had been "willing to listen to any offers."

The Baltimore Ravens were reportedly one of the teams that inquired before landing Jacoby Brissett.

As for the financial repercussions on both sides of any Jones' trade, Mike Ginnitti of Spotrac noted that an acquiring team "takes on approximately $3 million in remaining 2026 compensation, followed by a substantial $38 million in 2027 ($10.5 million guaranteed for injury). That's roughly $41 million in total remaining cash obligations, excluding incentives. Indianapolis would gain $7.4 million in immediate cap savings while leaving behind $11.8 million in dead cap for 2026. The Colts would also save another $11.6 million against the cap in 2027, despite carrying $35.2 million in dead cap."

Not exactly ideal numbers for either side, especially when it involves a player who isn't particularly performing at a high level this season.

And while things could still change before Tuesday's deadline, it appears Jones will be staying in Indianapolis for the rest of the season.