The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 3 – Daniel Jones Named Starter for Colts, Chase Daniel

Date: August 19, 2025
Podcast: The Dan Patrick Show
Host: Dan Patrick, with Paul Charchian, Seaton, Fritzi, Marvin
Guest: Chase Daniel (former NFL quarterback and analyst)
Episode main theme: Breaking down the big NFL news about Daniel Jones being named Colts’ starting QB, broader league quarterback questions, and insights from former QB Chase Daniel on rookie QBs, coaching decisions, and preseason narratives.

Episode Overview

This hour of The Dan Patrick Show dives into the breaking story that Daniel Jones will be the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback. Dan and the crew break down what this means for both Jones and Anthony Richardson, discuss tendencies in modern quarterback development and patience, and examine preseason highlights and controversies. Guest Chase Daniel, a renowned backup QB turned analyst, offers deep insights into QB competitions, rookie development, and front office pressures. Other listener calls and crew banter touch on throwback uniforms, tennis in extreme summer heat, and college football’s sign-stealing scandals.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Daniel Jones Named Colts’ Starting Quarterback

• Main News: Daniel Jones will start Week 1 for the Colts, winning the job over Anthony Richardson (05:36).

• Reaction:

  • Dan Patrick sees this as a potential fresh start for Jones:

    "Maybe he's, you know, you start to get these quarterbacks who have had a second time around... out of the New York City spotlight, didn't live up to billing, had moments of greatness." (05:36)

  • The crew debates whether this is the right move given Richardson's high ceiling vs. Jones' (perceived) steadiness.

• Paul Charchian contextualizes Jones’ performance with the Giants:

  "2019 with the Giants, in 12 starts, he was 24 touchdowns and 12 picks. That's a really nice rookie year. And it just never got better..." (06:28)

• Dan’s Outlook: Warns Colts might be playing it safe, possibly stalling Anthony Richardson’s development but recognizing the weight of expectations on the coaching staff.

Quarterback Patience, Development, and Competition

• Modern QB Timelines: Dan and Chase Daniel discuss how quickly teams move on from young QBs, unlike years ago when rookies often got 2-3 years to develop.

  • Chase Daniel:

    "We don't give you that much time anymore because there's so many other quarterbacks that you can go, 'why don't we just reset the clock and draft another quarterback?'" (25:46)

• 2026 Draft Stakes: With a strong QB class coming up, teams may be even less patient (“Could be possibly four to six quarterbacks go in the first round” – Chase Daniel, 26:21).

• Learning by Watching:

  • Chase highlights the value of rookies watching from the sideline to better understand NFL playbooks and pacing before being thrown in:

    "You get a different perspective from the sideline. You're able to see what is happening in a different manner than you would be behind the center... it's also in the classroom as well." (24:13)

Giants QB Outlook: Russell Wilson vs. Rookie Jackson Dart

• Chase Daniel on the Giants: Strongly advocates for rookie Jackson Dart to play sooner than later given the Giants’ brutal schedule and coaching job security:

  "If you don't play Jackson Dart and you don't make the playoffs and you ride with Russell Wilson, your jobs are gone." (27:29)

  • Notes that Dart’s play in preseason has brought “a spark” and fits Brian Daboll’s system.

Rookie Quarterback Preseason Highlights: Shadour Sanders & Dylan Gabriel

• Fair Grading?

  • Dan Patrick asks if the media weights Shadour Sanders more heavily than others. Chase Daniel sees plenty of positives, despite headlines sometimes focusing only on mistakes:

    "He made some throws, he missed some throws... I think we need to normalize this. But he gets so much fanfare for other reasons that I think that we grade him on a different scale." (29:58)

• Gabriel’s Start:

  “I thought it was a good start... But if you look at the stats, which I don’t love to do, you’re going to be like, ‘oh, man, he had two turnovers,’ ... I thought it was a pretty good start. Maybe I’m in the minority.” (29:58) – Chase Daniel

Joe Burrow, Bengals Preseason, and Team Building

• Dan’s Advice to Burrow:

  "Joe Burrow, under pressure, has to go down... You must, must, must live to see another play... There’s no style points here." (08:09)

• Bengals' Defensive Contract Drama:

  • Ongoing negotiations with Trey Hendrickson, whose sack numbers demand respect, but age and guaranteed money are hurdles.

Injury & Aging Quarterbacks: Matthew Stafford

• Chase Daniel’s Perspective:

  "With a back injury and the type of thrower that Stafford is... it’s really difficult. ...I’m going to be interested to see how he throws the football, if he has the same zip on it. But ultimately, like, the dude's an iron man." (32:55)

Joe Flacco vs. Philip Rivers: Which Career Would You Choose?

• Crew Poll and Analysis:
  • 65% of listeners pick Joe Flacco (Super Bowl MVP, longevity); others choose Rivers for his statistical résumé.
• Chase Daniel’s take:

  "Philip was great. I feel like Philip never won the big game... I'd probably go Joe Flacco, because the dude just doesn't die. Like, he's just continuing to play." (34:33)

Listener Calls: Uniforms, Tennis Heat, Michigan Scandal, and More

• Best Throwback Uniforms: Seahawks praised for “perfect blue jerseys, silver helmets and pants” (10:47).
• Cincinnati tennis final & extreme heat: Callers describe medical emergencies, player heat struggles (11:41).
• Michigan sign-stealing scandal: Several callers minimize its impact, but Dan and Paul push back, noting the scale of penalties and public perception (38:15–50:53).
  • Dan:

    “If you're a Michigan fan, enjoy your national championship... But if it comes up, you're gonna have to eat it and people are going to say you cheated.” (41:02)

  • Paul:

    “I always wonder what [Michigan fans] would say if Ohio State got caught for the exact same thing.” (50:16)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Daniel Jones’ Opportunity:

  “Maybe he gets kind of a career resurgence there while they wait for Anthony Richardson to mature.”
  — Dan Patrick (05:36)

• On the trend of quick QB turnovers:

  “We don’t give you that much time anymore because there’s so many other quarterbacks…why don’t we just reset the clock and draft another quarterback?”
  — Chase Daniel (25:46)

• On playing rookies early:

  “If you don’t play Jackson Dart and you don’t make the playoffs and you ride with Russell Wilson, your jobs are gone.”
  — Chase Daniel (27:29)

• On the difficulty for aging QBs:

  “When you get with a back injury and you have a back injury, it's a little bit different because...you are really turning and you're really much of a core thrower. ...everything's connected and it's really difficult.”
  — Chase Daniel (32:55)

• On Joe Flacco's career:

  “The dude just doesn’t die. Like, he’s just continuing to play.”
  — Chase Daniel (34:33)

• Advice to Joe Burrow:

  “You must, must, must live to see another play... There’s no style points here.”
  — Dan Patrick (08:09)

• On Shadour Sanders and media hype:

  "He gets so much fanfare for other reasons that I think that we grade him on a different scale."
  — Chase Daniel (29:58)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Daniel Jones named Colts starter and analysis: 05:36–09:10
• Chase Daniel joins; Colts & Giants QB discussions: 24:13–29:16
• Rookie QB preseason breakdowns (Gabriel, Sanders): 29:16–31:26
• Joe Burrow preseason risk / Bengals talk: 08:09, 31:26–32:40
• Matthew Stafford injury talk: 32:40–34:28
• Joe Flacco vs. Philip Rivers career debate: 34:28–36:19
• Listener calls on uniforms, tennis heat, Michigan sign-stealing: 10:47–13:59, 38:15–50:53

Episode Tone & Style

• Conversational, playful, and packed with engaging debates.
• Dan mixes humor and perspective while drawing on insider access and thoughtful analysis.
• The crew and guest Chase Daniel blend in-depth football knowledge with relatable anecdotes and a touch of self-deprecation.

Summary Takeaways

• The Colts’ election of Daniel Jones as starting QB is a case study in risk-averse coaching versus betting on upside.
• Patience for young QBs is shrinking throughout the league, putting pressure on coaching staffs and front offices.
• Rookie quarterbacks are scrutinized in widely divergent ways by media and fans, often shaped by hype rather than tape.
• Offseason injuries and contract disputes (Bengals, Rams) underscore the delicate balance of star health and roster-building.
• Controversies like college football’s sign-stealing scandal stir strong reactions, but expert consensus notes the seriousness of penalties despite fan minimization.

This episode is a must for NFL fans wanting the full story behind preseason QB decisions, nuanced quarterback evaluation, and spirited discussion on football’s changing landscape.