"Skepticism and Daniel Jones have been a package deal for most of his NFL career. The 2019 New York Giants first-round pick and current Indianapolis Colts quarterback has spent much of his career being judged harshly based on his draft status. And when he signed with the Colts this spring, there was significant doubt he could provide the quarterback solution the Colts have been seeking."
"Then, he took the league by storm, becoming one of the NFL's top passers in several major categories and helping to position the Colts (8-3) as one of the AFC's top teams. But now, with the Colts trying to rebound from two losses in three games during which their vaunted offense struggled, and with a brutal stretch run ahead to close the season, Jones is facing skepticism once again."
"How he fares in this moment will likely determine where he goes from here. The questions are understandable. There was a five-turnover performance in Pittsburgh earlier this month. Then there was Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, with the Colts' offense stalling late, allowing Kansas City to rally from a 20-9 fourth quarter deficit. "I've got to do a better job," Jones said."
Daniel Jones has been met with skepticism throughout his NFL career, largely stemming from his 2019 first-round draft status. He signed with Indianapolis this spring and became one of the league's top passers, helping the Colts reach an 8-3 record and emerge as an AFC contender. Recent downturns include a five-turnover game in Pittsburgh and a 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs after the Colts' offense stalled late. Jones acknowledged responsibility, saying, "I've got to do a better job." A difficult closing schedule featuring the Texans, Jaguars, 49ers and Seahawks intensifies scrutiny and could determine his future.
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