Colts head coach Shane Steichen picked Brad Stevens’ brain on Achilles recovery

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Colts head coach Shane Steichen consulted Celtics GM Brad Stevens about Achilles recovery strategies. This follows Stevens' previous guidance to Pacers coach Rick Carlisle regarding Tyrese Haliburton's similar injury.

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Shane Steichen consulted Brad Stevens for Achilles recovery advice
Daniel Jones had Achilles surgery performed by the same surgeon as Jayson Tatum
Jones is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 06: General Manager Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics watches warmups before a game against the Dallas Mavericks at the TD Garden on February 06, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Tuesday, during his pre-draft availability, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen indicated that he picked the brain of Boston Celtics’ NBA Champion President of Basketball Operations (and former Butler University Men’s Basketball coach) Brad Stevens. Only, it wasn’t really about basketball. Rather, Steichen sought out any guidance that Stevens may be able to share regarding Achilles post-surgery recovery, after Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum previously underwent Achilles surgery by the same surgeon who recently performed Colts starting quarterback Daniel Jones’ procedure a few months ago (**via The Athletic’s James Boyd**). It’s not the first time that Stevens has offered his insight he has firsthand experienced with his star player’s recovery from a torn Achilles with an Indianapolis professional sports head coach. It is good to know that Jones, who’s already throwing and performing drop-backs on his road to regaining his prior breakout career year form, isn’t alone in his recovery. Rather, there have been a number of star professional athletes who have suffered the same injury and underwent the same surgery, and there’s an established protocol for rehabilitation and recovery. There are likely some helpful tips that Stevens can share regarding what worked well and what didn’t—and what to reasonably expect. The early signs regarding Jones recovery are encouraging, and he’s arguably ahead of schedule—with a hopeful and still realistic return by Colts training camp in mid-to-late July.

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What did Shane Steichen ask Brad Stevens about?

Shane Steichen sought advice from Brad Stevens on post-surgery recovery for Achilles injuries.

How is Colts quarterback Daniel Jones recovering from his Achilles surgery?

Daniel Jones is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery, already throwing and performing drop-backs.

What is the expected timeline for Daniel Jones' return to training camp?

Daniel Jones is hopeful for a return by mid-to-late July during Colts training camp.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen picked Brad Stevens’ brain on Achilles recovery

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