Colts head coach Shane Steichen provides encouraging update on QB Daniel Jones

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Colts head coach Shane Steichen reports that quarterback Daniel Jones is making good progress in his recovery from Achilles surgery and is back to throwing. While no specific timetable for his return is set, optimism remains high for his readiness by training camp.

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Shane Steichen provides an update on Daniel Jones' recovery
Jones is back to throwing after Achilles surgery
No clear timetable for his return to the field
Colts signed Jones to a 2-year deal
Optimism remains for his readiness by training camp

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Inglewood, CA - October 19: Quarterback Daniel Jones #17 talks with head coach Shane Steichen of the Indianapolis Colts during a time out against the Los Angeles Chargersin the first half of a NFL football game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, October 19, 2025. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images On Tuesday for his pre-draft media availability, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen provided an encouraging injury update on recently re-signed starting quarterback Daniel Jones, who’s apparently progressing well in his ongoing rehabilitation: Specifically, per Steichen, **the Colts’ new $100 million dollar man (\*with earned incentives of course)** is **back to throwing and performing drop-backs just a few months removed from Achilles surgery.** After all, Jones suffered his torn Achilles in Week 14 of last season and underwent surgery shortly thereafter on December 9th of last year. He’s just a handful of months removed from that surgical procedure, but both Jones and the Colts seem highly optimistic that he could be ready for training camp at his current recovery pace—although no clear timetable has been placed yet on Indy’s QB1 and his eventual return. Achilles tears are a significant injury, and often times, it can take at least a whole year to make a full recovery—and even then, a lot of professional athletes do not fully regain their prior explosiveness. Past Colts such as former running back and defensive end didn’t make a full recovery in Indianapolis, but Jones is aided by the fact that he plays quarterback—although he does rely a great deal upon his mobility. At any rate, Jones appears to be ahead of schedule right now regarding his Achilles recovery. The fact that the Colts gave him a 2-year deal too, indicates that 2026 could be more of a ‘recovery year’ too anyways, with the hope that he fully regains his prior physical form by the beginning of the 2027 campaign. Still, it would be disingenuous to suggest that Indianapolis doesn’t expect a lot of good things from Jones next season at starting quarterback and going forward.

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What is the current status of Daniel Jones' recovery from Achilles surgery?

Daniel Jones is progressing well in his rehabilitation and has returned to throwing and performing drop-backs just a few months post-surgery.

When did Daniel Jones undergo Achilles surgery and what was the injury?

Daniel Jones suffered a torn Achilles in Week 14 of last season and underwent surgery on December 9th.

What are the expectations for Daniel Jones in the upcoming NFL season?

The Colts are optimistic about Jones' performance as their starting quarterback next season, despite acknowledging that 2026 may be a recovery year.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen provides encouraging update on QB Daniel Jones

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