Colts QB Daniel Jones expects to start after Achilles injury

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is progressing in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon and expects to be ready for the start of the regular season. Jones participated in individual drills during the team’s recent voluntary organized team activities, nearly six months after undergoing season-ending surgery in November.

When asked if he anticipates starting the season opener against the Baltimore Ravens, Jones responded affirmatively. He stated there is still work to be done but that his rehabilitation has been on schedule. Head coach Shane Steichen said he was not surprised by Jones’s participation, citing the quarterback’s work ethic.

Jones suffered the injury in Week 14 of the 2025 season, which ended a promising start to his tenure with the Colts. After being released by the New York Giants in November 2024, Jones joined Indianapolis and led the team to an 8-2 record through his first ten starts. He finished the season having completed a career-high 68 percent of his passes for 3,101 yards, 19 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, adding five rushing touchdowns.

This offseason, the Colts secured Jones with a two-year contract extension worth $88 million, which...