Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones. Andrew Nelles / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Analyst believes this AFC QB has been the best in the NFL so far

By Colby Colwell | Last updated Sep 25, 2025 10:35 PM ET

The Indianapolis Colts have been one of the best stories in the NFL through three weeks.

Led by quarterback Daniel Jones, who has yet to commit a turnover, the Colts have only punted one time this season and are tied with the Detroit Lions for the second-most points per game (34.3 PPG), per TeamRankings.

When asked who the best QB in the NFL has been so far, ESPN analyst and former QB Dan Orlovsky gave Jones his due after leading the Colts to a 3-0 start.

Orlovsky offers high praise for Jones

"If I had to pick one right now ... I think I'm going to say Daniel Jones," Orlovsky said during Thursday's edition of "First Take." "The Colts in three games, they've punted once, he hasn't given the ball away, he's playing great under pressure, which is something that has been his kryptonite. I think if they win this weekend against the Rams and it's a heavyweight fight, I think he's gonna sit at the top of the MVP list."

"If I had to pick one right now ... I think I'm going to say Daniel Jones."@danorlovsky7 picks Daniel Jones as the best QB so far this NFL season pic.twitter.com/1rIj5Qnn0W
— First Take (@FirstTake) September 25, 2025

Jones has been simply sensational since signing with Indianapolis in free agency over the offseason. His completion percentage (71.6%) is on pace to be a career-high and his dual-threat abilities have been on full display with 816 passing yards and three TDs, in addition to three TDs on the ground.

According to Pro Football Focus, the 816 passing yards are third among 47 qualified QBs and his overall grade (85) is seventh, which speaks to how effective Jones has been, on top of not turning the ball over.

The only downside for the Colts up to this point has been the pass rush, which is 29th in the league. While that could ultimately prove costly in the long run, comfortable wins over the Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans, plus a thrilling win over the Denver Broncos, have the Colts sitting at 3-0 and in pursuit of their first AFC South title since the 2014 season.

Jones' performance has caught the eye of Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay, who referred to him as "a stud," pointing to his accuracy and anticipation in the pocket. After all, his QBR (85.8) is the best in the league.

After dealing with several injuries and struggling with turnovers when he was with the New York Giants, Jones seems to be as healthy as he has been and playing as well as he has in his entire career. If the Colts continue to get this kind of production for the duration of the season, they could be a team to keep an eye on.

Colby Colwell

Colby Colwell is a freelance contributor with a bachelor’s in Computer & Information Technology and a minor in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. With a deep passion for sports, especially NASCAR, he offers his substantial knowledge along with his adept writing skills. When he’s not writing, Colby enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his family

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