Colts QB Daniel Jones runs seven-on-seven drills in OTAs

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones reached a significant milestone in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, participating in seven-on-seven drills during Monday's Organized Team Activities. The session marked his most substantial on-field work since suffering the season-ending injury last December.

Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed the development, calling it a huge step. He emphasized the team's cautious approach, noting it is spring and they do not play for a while, so they have to be smart with his injury. The plan is for Jones to continue this level of activity through the remainder of OTAs, with full team drills not expected until training camp begins in July.

Jones suffered the torn right Achilles during a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, abruptly halting what was shaping up to be the best season of his career. Through 13 games, he had thrown for 3,101 yards with 19 touchdowns and eight interceptions, leading the Colts to an 8-5 record before the injury. He was also playing through a broken bone in his left leg at the time.

Despite the injury, the Colts' commitment to Jones as their franchise quarterback was solidified in March when they signed him to a...