Overview
- GM Chris Ballard has said Indianapolis wants to re-sign Jones and is evaluating him as both a short- and long-term option.
- NFL.com’s Nick Shook, cited by The Sporting News, recommends a reasonable multi-year contract that positions a Jones reunion for 2026 and beyond.
- Jones’ 2025 season ended with a torn Achilles on December 7 after playing through a fibula issue, following a strong start that had the Colts at 8-4 before a seven-game slide.
- Jones is set to hit free agency, and reports note roughly $33 million in projected cap space for Indianapolis, raising pricing and roster-balance questions.
- Outside pieces diverge on strategy, with one urging teams to steer clear due to durability concerns and another floating Packers backup Malik Willis as a potential target.