Overview
- Jones reported on national radio that he feels "no limitations" after a 2025 right Achilles tear and has been cleared for full training-camp work, including 11-on-11 reps while still building conditioning.
- Indianapolis signed Jones to a two-year, $88 million contract in March and is treating him as the planned starter for 2026.
- Coaches and analysts note Jones' movement was key to Steichen's offense because it relies on rollouts, run-pass options and under-center concepts that ask quarterbacks to move outside the pocket.
- Behind Jones, Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard are actively competing for backup roles and the Colts currently plan to keep three quarterbacks, a choice that will affect roster spots and Richardson's trade value.
- The Colts are prioritizing Jones' readiness for the regular-season opener at Baltimore, a near-term test that will shape whether the team leans on him this season or reevaluates its quarterback plan after 2026.