Daniel Jones and the Colts: A Perfect Storm for a Quarterback Disaster?

Injury-Prone History – Jones has struggled to stay healthy, missing significant time due to neck and knee injuries.

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Turnover Machine – He has a history of fumbling and throwing costly interceptions, which could derail the Colts' offense.

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Short-Term Fix, Long-Term Problems – Signing Jones creates uncertainty about Anthony Richardson’s development and future.

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Offensive Line Woes – Jones struggled behind a weak Giants O-line, and the Colts’ pass protection isn’t much better.

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Scheme Fit Concerns – Shane Steichen’s system favors mobile, high-upside QBs, but Jones hasn’t shown consistency in dynamic playmaking.

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Locker Room Disruption – Bringing in Jones could create tension if Richardson is still considered the franchise quarterback.

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Financial Risk – If Jones underperforms but remains on the roster, it could limit the Colts' flexibility in future QB moves.

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A History of QB Failures – The Colts have cycled through numerous quarterbacks since Andrew Luck, and Jones might just be another name on the list.

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