Retained GM Chris Ballard backs Daniel Jones as Colts' future
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Key Points:
- Colts GM Chris Ballard emphasized the team's strong belief in quarterback Daniel Jones as the key to ending their five-year playoff drought, despite Jones' recent Achilles injury and upcoming free agency status.
- Jones, who led the Colts to an 8-2 start before his injury, is viewed by Ballard and coach Shane Steichen as having a bright future, with confidence in his recovery and long-term potential.
- Ballard defended the high-profile trade for cornerback Sauce Gardner, acknowledging the risk but highlighting Gardner's elite status and potential impact on the team's success.
- The Colts have struggled with quarterback stability, having started eight different quarterbacks in nine seasons, and their 2023 first-round pick, Anthony Richardson Sr., faces uncertainty after injuries and a
