Shane Steichen praises Keenan Allen's fit with Daniel Jones
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

During a joint practice with the Falcons on August 19, Colts head coach Shane Steichen expressed enthusiasm about wide receiver Keenan Allen's integration into the offense alongside quarterback Daniel Jones. Although Allen did not participate in the practice, Steichen highlighted Allen's understanding of the game, referring to him as the "most cerebral receiver" he has worked with. He anticipates that the communication between Allen and Jones during games will lead to successful route running and on-field adjustments. Allen's addition is seen as particularly valuable as the Colts have missed other key players, including Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren, due to injuries this summer.
- •Keenan Allen did not practice on August 19.
- •Shane Steichen views Allen as a critical asset.
- •Daniel Jones performed well in practice despite missing key receivers.
- •Injuries to Pierre and Warren heighten Allen's expected role.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Shane Steichen: Gonna be really fun watching Keenan Allen with Daniel Jones
"Wide receiver Keenan Allen wasn't on the field for the Colts' joint practice with the Falcons on Wednesday, but thoughts of what he'll look like in the offense were on head coach Shane Steichen's mind.
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