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Daniel Jones Returns to Colts on Historic $100 Million Deal

Daniel Jones Returns to Colts on Historic $100 Million Deal

Summary

The Indianapolis Colts signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million contract, potentially reaching $100 million with incentives. This deal makes history as the largest two-year contract in the NFL. Jones returns to the Colts after recovering from an Achilles injury and aims to elevate the team's performance.

Key Facts

  • Daniel Jones signed a two-year deal with the Colts worth $88 million, potentially $100 million with incentives.
  • The contract is the largest two-year deal in NFL history.
  • Jones will earn $50 million in the first year of the contract.
  • Jones had a successful 2025 season until he injured his Achilles after 13 games.
  • The Colts' wide receiver Alec Pierce also signed a significant contract to maintain the team's offensive duo.
  • The Colts prioritized re-signing Jones after initially tagging him with a transition tag this offseason.
  • The deal increases Jones’ 2026 salary by $12.2 million.
  • The Colts have more salary flexibility after missing out on signing edge rusher Trey Hendrickson.

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