NFL.com ranks Colts QB Daniel Jones ahead of Patrick Mahomes in 2025 QB rankings

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was ranked ahead of Patrick Mahomes in NFL.com's final 2025 quarterback rankings, despite Jones' season being cut short due to a torn Achilles injury in Week 14. Prior to the injury, Jones was having a career year, completing 68% of his passes for 3,101 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 5 rushing touchdowns in 13 games.

Why it matters

This ranking highlights Jones' impressive performance before his injury and the Colts' offensive success with him at the helm. It also raises questions about Jones' future in Indianapolis, as he is a pending free agent, but both sides appear eager to work out a contract extension.

The details

Jones was ranked 12th in the final 2025 QB rankings, ahead of Patrick Mahomes who was ranked 13th. Both quarterbacks saw their seasons end prematurely due to injuries, with Mahomes tearing his ACL in Week 15. Prior to his torn Achilles, Jones had completed 261 of 384 passes (68%) for 3,101 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions. He also had 5 rushing touchdowns. The Colts' offense was among the league's best with Jones at quarterback, but his injury-shortened campaign left the team relying on Philip Rivers and rookie Riley Leonard to finish the season.

• In Week 10, Jones fractured his fibula during/after the Colts' win at Berlin.
• In Week 14, Jones suffered a season-ending torn Achilles injury.
• Mahomes tore his ACL in Week 15.

What’s next

It would be very surprising if the Colts' nearly fringe Top 10 NFL starting quarterback from last year isn't back in Indianapolis for at least the next few seasons.