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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Jones' 5.4 yards per attempt in his Week 1 return from a torn Achilles was his lowest in a game with the Colts, and he didn't look fully healthy physically; facing the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football in Arrowhead against a defense that played inspired football against the Broncos in Week 1 presents a difficult matchup.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Stampede Blue

Colts QB was the most pressured NFL passer in Week 1, pressured on 52.9% of passing dropbacks. The source indicates the Ravens' plan is to blitz Jones into oblivion until he and the Colts prove they can consistently handle it, which hasn't happened since even midseason last year when the offense cooled off.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Colts quarterback was the most pressured NFL passer of Week 1, having been pressured on 52.9% of his passing dropbacks in loss to Ravens; the source indicates the Ravens' blitz plan to attack Jones has been effective since midseason of last year when the Colts' offense cooled off following their historic hot start.

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NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones was the most pressured quarterback of Week 1 with 52.9% pressure rate (18 of 34 dropbacks) against the Ravens and finished with fewer than 200 passing yards despite trailing for most of the game.

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NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Jones and the Colts face the Chiefs at Arrowhead in Week 2 as 6.5-point underdogs. While Jones has done a good job avoiding sacks and turnovers under Shane Steichen, the passing-game magic from last September and October may be gone. The betting odds hint at risk of a blowout where the Colts would be forced to throw in clear passing situations, where Jones starts to get wobbly when asked to carry the weight of an offense. Doing it at Arrowhead would be particularly difficult.

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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026NFL Fantasy - The Athletic

The source features Daniel Jones in an episode focused on drop candidates, indicating the quarterback is recommended for removal from fantasy rosters.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Jones returned from a torn Achilles and had the fourth-worst adjusted EPA (expected points added) per play among all Week 1 quarterbacks in the Colts' 41-23 loss to the Ravens. He had just one run for 4 yards and didn't pass it well; nothing looked easy. There was never any guarantee Jones would bounce right back after a major injury, and his Week 1 performance was alarming.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Daniel Jones' string of underwhelming starts continued into Week 1 of this season; the Colts' defense gave up 41 points and 500-plus yards to the Ravens, raising concerns about the team's ability to execute despite being used to slow starts.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Colts quarterback's string of underwhelming starts continued into 2026; the offense struggled in Week 1 loss to Ravens, with the defense giving up 41 points and 500-plus yards, suggesting concerning trends that need to be fixed quickly.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones' string of underwhelming starts continued into this season; the source flags this as part of a concerning trend for the Colts, who also gave up 41 points and 500-plus yards to the Ravens in Week 1.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source notes that Daniel Jones' string of underwhelming starts continued into this season with the Colts, suggesting a pattern of poor early-season performance that is concerning for the team's trajectory.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Daniel Jones had a decent performance against the Ravens in Week 1 in his first game back from a torn Achilles, completing 61.3% of his pass attempts for 166 yards, a touchdown and nine fantasy points. The source uses Jones' performance as a baseline comparison, projecting that Tyler Shough should have no problem doubling his fantasy production against Baltimore in Week 2.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones and the Colts ran it back at great expenditure in 2026, but Week 1's loss continues to raise questions about the wisdom of that decision.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Daniel Jones is ranked No. 20 in Week 2 fantasy quarterback rankings, facing Kansas City.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Colts quarterback; Josh Downs was targeted on four of Daniel Jones' pass attempts in the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Ravens.

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NegativeMatchupSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Jones threw one interception, took two sacks, and threw for only 166 yards against the Ravens in Week 1, making the Colts an attractive matchup for Kansas City's defense in Week 2.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Colts QB Daniel Jones returned for Week 1 just over nine months after tearing his Achilles, a timeline the source describes as aggressive. Jones didn't play well in Week 1, ranking 28th among 30 qualified quarterbacks in adjusted EPA per play through Sunday's games. Combined with a defense that allowed 506 yards to the Ravens, there's significant concern in Indianapolis after just one game.

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NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Jones posted 19-of-31 for 166 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT with a -6.3% PROE (25th/30); the Colts had a +2.7% PROE in the first quarter but a -9.6% PROE for the rest of the game, indicating offensive struggles after the opening drive.

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NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Daniel Jones, looking to return to his MVP-level pace from 2025, had a season opener to forget against Baltimore, throwing for just 166 yards with a touchdown and an interception amidst a 41-23 loss. Jones is still recovering from his Achilles tear, but the Colts are hoping he can make significant progress before Week 2's outing against Kansas City on Sunday Night Football.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones threw an interception in Week 1 that contributed to poor field position and offensive momentum for the Colts. The source identifies this turnover as one of the key factors that 'swayed the scales in favor of Baltimore' and left the Colts 'constantly behind the 8-ball regarding beginning their offensive drives.'

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Stampede Blue

Jones threw an interception in Week 1 that negatively impacted field position and game outcome for the Colts. The source states that 'a Daniel Jones interception and Jonathan Taylor fumble lost swayed the scales in favor of Baltimore,' indicating the turnover was a critical factor in the Colts' lopsided 41-23 loss.

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NegativeInjurySep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones returned from a torn Achilles in Week 1 of the 2026 season but struggled in the Colts' 41-23 loss to the Ravens. The source notes that the rest of the offense was underwhelming in his return and suggests more time on the field is needed for Jones to return to his early-season form from last year, implying his current performance is below expectations.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones made a quick judgment call on a failed 2-point conversion attempt that secured a loss to the Eagles; he followed his rules by choosing to shovel the ball inside, and while Quinn and Daniels stood by the call, it was negatively viewed because of the result.

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NegativeBustSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones finished Week 1 with one passing touchdown and one interception; the Colts leaned on Jonathan Taylor around the goal line, leading to a pair of touchdowns for the running back. With Jones only logging one carry for four yards, that isn't enough to keep the 29-year-old fantasy relevant. Fresh off a contract extension and a torn Achilles, Jones is recommended for waiver wire drop.

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NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones returned from a torn Achilles in Week 1 and was fine in his performance, but the Colts' offense stalled out after the first drive, which the source characterizes as an ominous sign for an offense that Indianapolis made a concerted effort to keep together.

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NegativeInjurySep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones missed the last four games of 2025 due to a right Achilles tear and returned in Week 1 against Baltimore. The source notes it's too early to get a firm read on his performance coming off this injury.

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NegativeProjectionSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones completed 19 of 31 passes for 166 yards with a touchdown and an interception in Week 1 against Baltimore, marking his lowest passing yardage output in any start with the Colts in his two years except for the Dec. 7 game vs Jacksonville when he suffered his Achilles tear. The source advises a wait-and-see approach before inserting him into lineups, though he remains worth rostering in two-quarterback leagues.

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NegativeProjectionSep 13, 2026Stampede Blue

In his first start back from the Achilles injury that ended his 2025 season, Jones dropped back seven times on the nine-play opening drive, finishing 19-of-31 for 166 passing yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT. After the opening drive, he was limited to 14-of-24 for just 107 yards, suggesting early-game execution did not carry through the remainder of the contest.

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NegativeProjectionSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones finished 19-of-31 for 166 passing yards, one touchdown and one interception in the season opener; after the opening drive, he was limited to 14-of-24 for just 107 yards, indicating a significant drop-off in efficiency and production after the initial script.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones dropped back seven times on the Colts' nine-play opening drive in his first start back from the Achilles injury that ended his 2025 season, with the opening script emphasizing an aerial attack rather than a ground-focused gameplan despite preseason expectations to emphasize running the football.

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NegativeProjectionSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones finished 19-of-31 for 166 yards in his first game since tearing his Achilles last season, running only once—a significant reduction from his pre-injury usage that limited the Colts' offensive dimension and contributed to their 41-23 loss to Baltimore.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones returned to the Colts' lineup but threw an interception on his second offensive possession; Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith intercepted the pass, setting Baltimore up at the Colts' 31-yard line and leading to a Ravens touchdown drive.

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NegativeProjectionSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones is back at quarterback for the Colts and led the opening drive efficiently, completing 5-of-7 passes for 59 yards to move the team down the field and set up a touchdown.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Daniel Jones is the Colts' quarterback heading into week 1 of the 2026 season; the source frames his health as a critical contingency for the team's success, noting 'if Daniel Jones can just stay healthy' as a prerequisite for the Colts' potential turnaround.

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NegativeProjectionSep 13, 2026Stampede Blue

Jones enters surprisingly healthy after last year's late Achilles injury, and Indy's offense was historically explosive by EPA/play under Colts head coach Shane Steichen. If he protects the ball against a Baltimore defense that's also breaking in new pieces, field position swings the Colts' way in a game expected to be low-scoring and close. Jones is expected to avoid the big mistake and manage the game effectively.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Stampede Blue

Colts starting QB Daniel Jones returns from season-ending torn Achilles injury for regular season opener against Ravens; marks his first game action at full speed and contact since injury.

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NegativeInjurySep 13, 2026Stampede Blue

D. Jones has had some injuries, but the source notes that those who point to missed games should also consider his designation on some of those weeks he missed as a Giant; he was their QB of the future and they sat him when it was a questionable choice, suggesting injury history may be overstated.

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NegativeProjectionSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source ranks the Indianapolis Colts twenty-fourth and expresses skepticism about Daniel Jones's ability to sustain success. The source states: 'The Colts were the NFL darlings for the first half of the season, but I just don't believe in Daniel Jones and think they are closer to the team that faded in the second half than the surprise team of the first half.' This suggests Jones is a key reason for the Colts' lower ranking.

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NegativeProjectionSep 12, 2026Windy City Gridiron

The source expresses skepticism about Daniel Jones, stating 'I just don't believe in Daniel Jones' and predicting the Indianapolis Colts are 'closer to the team that faded in the second half than the surprise team of the first half.' The source ranks Indianapolis 24th, indicating low confidence in Jones's ability to sustain early-season success.

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PositiveProjectionSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

When healthy, the Colts fielded a top-10 passing attack with Jones posting career-highs in nearly every traditional passing category; has a ton of weapons including Alec Pierce, Josh Downs, Tyler Warren, Keenan Allen, and Jonathan Taylor out of the backfield; will test the Ravens' secondary in Week 1 under new head coach Jesse Minter.

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