Daniel Jones hopes to join full practice as Colts manage recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 9:32 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Daniel Jones expressed enthusiasm for rejoining full team activities with the Indianapolis Colts, but remains limited to position group drills and seven-on-seven work as he recovers from a torn right Achilles tendon. Colts coach Shane Steichen confirmed that Jones is making progress but emphasized a cautious approach with no rush for a full return. The team's goal is to have Jones ready for training camp next month, targeting full clearance by the season opener against Baltimore on September 13. This follows a challenging recovery period after a severe injury last December that ended a disappointing season for the Colts, who missed the playoffs.
- •Jones continues to participate in limited drills as he recovers.
- •Colts prioritize caution, aiming for Jones' full participation in training camp.
- •Target date for Jones' return is the September 13 season opener.
- •Jones is optimistic about his rehabilitation progress as he trains this summer.
- •The Colts signed free agent Easton Stick to support the quarterback position.
- 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — QB Daniel Jones eager to be full participant in practice, meanwhile Colts continue to play it safe
"Daniel Jones laughed Tuesday when he told reporters he had asked the Indianapolis Colts to let him rejoin full team activities this week. Coach Shane Steichen is playing it safe — for now. “I asked, but yeah, I think right now it’s seven-on-seven,” Jones said.
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