Quick Info
| Profession | American football quarterback |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 27/05/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Charlotte, North Carolina, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Daniel Jones
26/10/2026
Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed that Daniel Jones will remain the team's starting quarterback despite a 2-5 start to the 2026 season. The decision came after a 16-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, with Steichen saying Jones knows he has to play better. Jones has struggled with efficiency so far this season, with a lower completion rate and yards per attempt compared with 2025.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Daniel Stephen Jones III |
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| Nickname | Danny Dimes |
| Summary | Quarterback who has played in the NFL for the New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings and Indianapolis Colts. He was drafted sixth overall by the Giants in 2019. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
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| Listed Weight | 230 lb (104 kg) |
| Hand Size | 9 3/4 in |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Charlotte Latin School, Charlotte, North Carolina |
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| College | Duke University (football, 2015-2018) |
Career
| NFL Draft | 2019, first round, sixth overall pick, New York Giants |
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| College Career | Three-year starter at Duke University; redshirted his first season before becoming the starter in 2016 |
| College Statistics | Completed 764 of 1,275 passes for 8,201 yards, 52 touchdowns and 29 interceptions, and rushed for 1,323 yards and 17 touchdowns |
| Colts Re-signing | Re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts on 13/03/2026 |
| Colts Injury Reserve | Placed on Injured Reserve on 09/12/2025 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was barely recruited out of high school and initially committed to Princeton before choosing Duke | |
| 2. Was named the starter by the Giants in Week 3 of his rookie season over Eli Manning | |
| 3. Was the first rookie quarterback in NFL history with two games of 300+ passing yards and at least four touchdown passes | |
| 4. Was elected a team captain with the Giants in his second season |
