Shane Steichen praises Daniel Jones at Colts training camp return
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:48 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen expressed enthusiasm for quarterback Daniel Jones, who has returned from an Achilles injury, during training camp on August 7, 2026. Jones demonstrated impressive mobility and accuracy, completing 20 of 26 passing attempts. He executed multiple successful plays, including throws to tight end Tyler Warren and running back Ulysses Bentley IV. The performance suggests Jones is fully recovered, with no visible limitations from his injury, positioning the Colts for a competitive season with a healthy quarterback.
- •Daniel Jones completed 20 of 26 passes during camp.
- •Shane Steichen noted Jones is 'on fire right now.'
- •Jones showed no lingering effects from his Achilles injury.
- •Colts held an extensive scrimmage on August 7, 2026.
- •Jonathan Taylor contributed significantly with multiple big plays.
- 3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Shane Steichen says Colts QB Daniel Jones is ‘on fire right now'
- 3:47 AMYahoo Sports — Colts HC Shane Steichen’s ‘on fire’ Daniel Jones take suggests he’s feeling 100%
"Colts quarterback Daniel Jones has performed impressively in training camp following an Achilles injury, ahead of a scheduled joint practice against the New England Patriots on Tuesday.
"Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen is loving what he's seeing from his QB1 Daniel Jones who has just returned from his Achilles injury.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 3:48 AMShane Steichen says Colts QB Daniel Jones is ‘on fire right now'
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones has performed impressively in training camp following an Achilles injury, ahead of a scheduled joint practice against the New England Patriots on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 3:47 AMColts HC Shane Steichen’s ‘on fire’ Daniel Jones take suggests he’s feeling 100%
Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen is loving what he's seeing from his QB1 Daniel Jones who has just returned from his Achilles injury.
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