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NFL: The Insiders fantasy football takes on Daniel Jones
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from NFL: The Insiders about Daniel Jones.
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All NFL: The Insiders insights about Daniel Jones
PositiveRoleOct 14, 2026
Giants offensive coordinator John Harper indicated the team will employ more up-tempo, no-huddle looks going forward with James at the helm, which means putting the ball in James's hands more frequently. This shift worked in the second half against the Commanders after the offense struggled in the first half; Harper told reporters they probably need to do more of that with James.NegativeProjectionOct 8, 2026
Daniel Jones has thrown an interception in each of his last two games, totaling four on the season. He is also throwing significantly shorter passes (under six yards) compared to his career-high 8+ yards per attempt last season.PositiveUsageOct 7, 2026
Daniel Jones recorded a rushing touchdown in the Colts' win over the Commanders in London.NegativeBustOct 6, 2026
Daniel Jones is struggling with turnovers this season, which the Steelers' defense will look to capitalize on.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Daniel Jones struggled significantly against the Colts, posting poor efficiency stats (3.9 yards per attempt, 44.9 passer rating) before the team stopped letting him throw in the second half. The source questions if the version of Jones seen in the first half of last season will ever return.NegativeUsageOct 3, 2026
Daniel Jones is struggling early this season, with his sack total tripling from two to six and hits doubling to 20 compared to this time last year. His completion percentage has dropped from 72% to 66%, and he has recorded three touchdowns against five turnovers while continuing to recover from an Achilles injury.PositiveProjectionSep 28, 2026
Daniel Jones showed significant efficiency over the middle of the field and between the numbers, completing 12 of 15 passes for 150 yards, one touchdown, and a 130.6 passer rating with an average of 10 yards per attempt.PositiveInjurySep 4, 2026
Daniel Jones confirmed he is healthy and ready for Week 1 against the Ravens after recovering from an Achilles tear sustained in December. He has participated in nearly all first-team training camp reps, simulating full-speed action.PositiveInjuryAug 12, 2026
Daniel Jones is moving well and throwing on the run during camp. The source notes that if you were unaware of his previous major injury, you would not be able to tell by watching him, as he appears to be on schedule for the season.PositiveInjuryJul 14, 2026
Daniel Jones was medically cleared after surgery on his torn Achilles tendon sustained in December, with the announcement coming 15 days before veterans report for Indianapolis. Jones stated he has hit milestones pre-minicamp and can do everything, though he's still thinking about the Achilles during training and recovery. The Colts invested a two-year, $88 million extension in him with the expectation he'd be back week one; the timeline appears on track. Training camp will likely feature measured integration with seven-on-seven drills initially and limited 11-on-11 work with pads to keep him away from traffic, with Anthony Richardson and Riley Cooper likely getting more preseason reps.PositiveInjuryJul 11, 2026
Daniel Jones was cleared to do everything starting at the outset of training camp, per his statement in the Athletic. His injuries were the before-and-after of the Colts' run last year. The medical staff will bring him along at certain paces to ensure he's ready by Week 1, but he's been participating in off-season work including OTAs and minicamp.NegativeInjuryJul 7, 2026
Daniel Jones' injury last year impacted Tyler Warren's production; Warren was a top tight end prior to Jones' injury, indicating the quarterback's health is critical to Warren's fantasy performance.NegativeBustJun 25, 2026
Jones had a magical first eight games with only three turnovers and a 105 passer rating, but reverted to form in the final four games before injury with seven turnovers and a 58% passer rating, particularly struggling against pressure as he always has; his two-year, $88 million contract with $60 million guaranteed will look bad next year because he'll struggle early and get hurt again.PositiveInjuryJun 24, 2026
Jones tore his Achilles in Week 14 against the Jags and signed a two-year, $88 million deal in March in part because of the Colts' 7-1 start; he participated in mandatory minicamp individual drills and said he'll be working on running faster, cutting harder, and progressing; when asked if he'll be ready to be the Week 1 starter, he answered without hesitation with a one-word answer: absolutely; the question with quarterbacks coming off Achilles is how effective they'll be out of the gate, but Jones is younger and has been unbelievable in attacking his rehab, making it a surprise if he's not ready Week 1.