NFL Free Agency Frenzy
Daniel Jones is staying with the Giants under a 1-year, $37.83M transition tag [https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47911726/2026-nfl-free-agency-grades-signings-trades-latest-best-worst-deals-draft-outlook] after the Colts deal fell through [https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2031680244277555476].
The Giants ultimately decided against using the franchise tag on Jones, which would have cost them $45 million. Using the transition tag gives the Giants the right to match any offer Jones receives from another team. The Colts pivoted and signed veteran Gardner Minshew to compete with Anthony Richardson, who is coming off a season-ending injury. Indianapolis was rumored to be a possible destination for Jones. Jones's performance in 2025 was uneven, as he threw for 3,205 yards with 15 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He also added 400 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground.
