Daniel Jones makes progress in Achilles recovery, participates in 7-on-7 drills
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Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones took a significant step in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, participating in 7-on-7 drills during organized team activities in Indianapolis. Head coach Shane Steichen noted that Jones, who is six months removed from surgery, looked good while throwing routes but advised him to avoid scrambling. With a return to 11-on-11 full-team practices expected to occur at the end of July, his progress indicates he is ahead of the rehab schedule initially set by the team. Jones remains optimistic about being the starter when the Colts open the 2026 season against the Ravens.
- •Jones participates in 7-on-7 drills, leading the starters.
- •He is six months post-surgery for a torn Achilles tendon.
- •Steichen emphasizes caution but notes Jones is making great progress.
- •Final step before camp is a return to 11-on-11 practices.
- •Jones aims to be the starting quarterback for the 2026 season opener.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — Colts’ QB Daniel Jones takes another step forward in Achilles recovery during OTAs
- 10:37 AMYahoo Sports — Daniel Jones progresses to 7-on-7 work at Colts practice
- 12:41 AMESPN NFL — Colts' Jones takes another step with 7-on-7 work
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Colts QB Daniel Jones takes another significant step in his way back from torn Achilles tendon
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Colts QB Daniel Jones takes big step in Achilles return by playing 7-on-7
"Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was cleared to participate in seven-on-seven drills Monday, marking yet another significant step in his comeback from a torn right Achilles tendon. Coach Shane Steichen hinted last week Jones' workload may increase during this week's workouts. Jones has been throwing throughout Indy's offseason team activities, which began in April.
"Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was cleared to participate in seven-on-seven drills Monday, marking yet another significant step in his comeback from a torn right Achilles tendon.
"Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, who tore his Achilles tendon in early December, remains ahead of schedule by playing 7-on-7.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 2:02 PMColts’ QB Daniel Jones takes another step forward in Achilles recovery during OTAs
Colts QB Daniel Jones continues to make strides in his ongoing Achilles recovery.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 10:37 AMDaniel Jones progresses to 7-on-7 work at Colts practice
Jones continues to progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles.
- ESPN NFLJun 2, 2026, 12:41 AMColts' Jones takes another step with 7-on-7 work
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was cleared to participate in seven-on-seven drills Monday, marking yet another significant step in his comeback from a torn right Achilles tendon.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 10:42 PMColts QB Daniel Jones takes another significant step in his way back from torn Achilles tendon
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was cleared to participate in seven-on-seven drills Monday, marking yet another significant step in his comeback from a torn right Achilles tendon. Coach Shane Steichen hinted last week Jones' workload may increase during this week's workouts. Jones has been throwing throughout Indy's offseason team activities, which began in April.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 9:09 PMColts QB Daniel Jones takes big step in Achilles return by playing 7-on-7
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, who tore his Achilles tendon in early December, remains ahead of schedule by playing 7-on-7.
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