The Indianapolis Colts have signed free agent quarterback Daniel Jones to a one-year $14 million deal. Current Colts QB Anthony Richardson is entering his third season with the team, and the signing of Jones places his future with the franchise in doubt.
Due to injury and poor performance, Richardson has only played in 15 games over his first two seasons. Whether he earns the long-term gig at QB or not, Indianapolis needs an insurance policy at the position.
During Jones’ six seasons with the New York Giants, he has only started every game once.
Online NFL sportsbooks are taking action on a few Jones-Richardson prop bets regarding who will get more playing time during the 2025-26 season.
Week 1 Starting QB For The Colts?
- Anthony Richardson -200
- Daniel Jones +150
Richardson appears to have the edge on starting Week 1 this fall. However, NFL prop bets suggest that Jones will end up starting more games than Richardson next season.
Who Will Start More Games For The Colts During The 2025 Regular Season?
- Daniel Jones -140
- Anthony Richardson EVEN
Is Jones simply a stop-gap in case Richardson’s problems continue, or is he potentially a long-term replacement for the Colts? Last season’s benching of Richardson was allegedly an attempt by the coaching staff to remind him of the consequences of poor play.
The question now is whether the signing of Jones is another attention-getting measure or a sign that Richardson’s days are numbered in Indy.
Anthony Richardson Pros & Cons
Pros
- Size—Richardson stands at 6’4″ and weighs 244 lbs., making him ideal for handling the beating an NFL quarterback sustains.
- Speed – He ran a 4.43 second 40-yard-dash at the NFL combine. During his 11 games last year, he rushed for 499 yards and 6 touchdowns.
Cons
- Experience – In two years, Richardson has been on the field less than 50% of the time. Upon entering the league, he was a prospect who was going to need time under center to fulfill his potential.
- Passing Accuracy – His career passing percentage rests at 50-50. His rushing prowess could make up for lower completion percentages, but the number needs to be closer to 60%.
- Lack Of Preparedness – NFL quarterbacks are some of the highest-paid players in all of professional sports. To excel at the position requires dedication and tireless effort, two categories that have come under question in regard to Richardson.
Daniel Jones Pros & Cons
Pros
- Experience – Jones has started for six seasons in New York.
- Size – He is 6’5″, 230 lbs, which is more than adequate for an NFL quarterback.
- Rushing – Jones ran a 4.81 second 40-yard-dash at the combine. He decides to run at opportune times and has amassed 2,179 yards on the ground during his six seasons. His best season was in 2022, when he ran for 708 yards.
- Accuracy – He has a completion percentage north of 60% in every season.
Cons
- Not A Winner – During Jones’ six seasons with the Giants, they only made the playoffs once as a wild card. He has a career win-loss record of 32-67.
- Expendable – He was cut during the middle of the 2024-25 season.
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