Colts' Daniel Jones and DeForest Buckner clear for training camp as Pierce on PUP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner have been cleared to participate in training camp. Colts general manager Chris Ballard confirmed their availability as the team reports for camp at the Grand Park Sports Complex. Wide receiver Alec Pierce, along with fellow player CJ Allen, is on the physically unable to perform list due to injury. Pierce is expected to return within two weeks, while Jones and Buckner aim to be ready for the season opener against the Baltimore Ravens on September 13. Team officials remain optimistic about the recovery and performance of Jones and Buckner, who face critical seasons ahead.
- •Jones participated in drills earlier this offseason despite previous injuries.
- •Buckner missed six games last season and had surgery on New Year's Eve.
- •Pierce is expected to recover from his calf strain within two weeks.
- •Both Jones and Buckner are aiming to return to their pre-injury forms.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Jones, DeForest Buckner cleared to practice at Colts camp, but Alec Pierce begins on PUP
"Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner are expected to be on the practice field when training camp opens Wednesday. After players reported to the Grand Park Sports Complex on Tuesday, Colts general manager Chris Ballard confirmed that team doctors had cleared Jones and Buckner for practice while Pierce and Allen have been placed on the physically unable to perform list.
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