Daniel Jones Cleared for Full Colts Practice, Earns Praise on First Day Back

Coaches called his movement and throwing an encouraging early sign that still needs validation through continued camp work and preseason play.

Overview

Daniel Jones was a full‑go for the Colts’ first training camp practice and, according to team reports, took every starting rep and went four for eight passing on Wednesday.
Head coach Shane Steichen said Jones “looked really good,” noting his throwing, movement and ability to handle team periods during his first full practice since the Dec. 7 Achilles tear.
Teammates credited Jones’ offseason work ethic and rapid rehab, with players saying his mobility and competitiveness made his return obvious during early drills.
The Colts are treating his comeback as a day‑by‑day process focused on rebuilding lower‑leg strength, planting, mobility outside the pocket and throwing consistency.
Jones’ return matters for Indianapolis’ offensive outlook because the team re‑signed him in March and did not add an established veteran starter, making his progress central to Week 1 plans and backup competition.