Colts reportedly keep quarterback Daniel Jones amid trade speculation

The Indianapolis Colts have indicated to quarterback Daniel Jones that he will not be traded before the NFL trade deadline, according to Tom Pelissero of the Ringer and Netflix Sports. The report follows Jones' brief response to questions about a possible trade after the Colts' 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, where he said his focus was on preparing for the game. Jones, 29, has posted a season line of 20 completions on 34 attempts for 180 yards, one touchdown, one interception and two sacks, bringing his totals to six touchdowns, ten interceptions and 24 sacks taken. The team, which has already moved guard Quenton Nelson and defensive lineman DeForest Buckner, has been linked to trade discussions involving other players, including running back Jonathan Taylor. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that multiple teams have inquired about acquiring Jones, and the Colts are reportedly open to offers. The Baltimore Ravens were among the teams that expressed interest before signing Jacoby Brissett. Spotrac's Mike Ginnitti outlined the financial implications of a potential trade, noting that an acquiring team would assume roughly $3 million of 2026 compensation and about $38 million in 2027 salary, while Indianapolis could save $7.4 million in immediate cap space but would retain $11.8 million in dead cap for 2026 and additional savings in 2027.