​While hosting his youth football camp, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones offered an update on his current recovery status as training camp looms. Jones, who suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in the Colts’ Week 14 matchup against Jacksonville last season, indicated that he is progressing and feeling increasingly close to full participation.
“I’m doing everything,” Jones told The Athletic’s James Boyd. “Cleared to do everything. I think it’s just about, at this point, sharpening that.” The transparency about his progress aligns with the trajectory he has shown since the injury. Jones has appeared to move through the rehabilitation process at a relatively rapid pace, which has fueled optimism among Colts fans and coaching staff alike.
During the offseason program, Jones participated in individual drills during OTAs and then joined 7-on-7 team periods in minicamp. The next major milestone would be participating in 11-on-11 team drills, a move that would mark a significant step toward full readiness for the regular season. Jones himself has signaled confidence in his readiness, stating during the offseason that he believes he will be “absolutely” ready for the season opener, a sentiment that has kept supporters hopeful about the Colts’ prospects.
The Colts are set to begin training camp with their first practice scheduled for July 29. It remains to be seen whether Jones will be fully cleared to participate at the outset or if he will gradually ease into action. Jones commented on his current condition, saying, “Feeling good. I’m feeling good. I think I’ve made a good bit of progress since minicamp, and we’ll continue to do that these next two weeks.” This progression is crucial as the Colts aim to build momentum heading into the season.
Significantly, the Colts locked Jones into a two-year, $88 million contract in the recent offseason, underscoring the team’s investment in his potential as a franchise quarterback. Entering last season’s first 10 games, Jones and the offense had shown strong early-season form, creating internal optimism that a similar level of success could be achieved again. While the season took a turn due to the Achilles injury, there remains a belief that the offense’s performance—when healthy and fully integrated—can be sustained and improved.
As the Colts prepare for training camp, all eyes will be on Jones’s return-to-full-duty timeline. The question remains whether “cleared to do everything” means a full go from day one or a staged return to game-like intensity. The organization will no doubt monitor his progress closely over the next couple of weeks, ensuring a safe and effective ramp-up ahead of a season that could be pivotal for both Jones and the franchise. This update from Jones provides a promising indication that the healing process is on track and that he remains optimistic about contributing at a high level once the season begins.