Daniel Jones, who had same surgeon as Jayson Tatum, is dropping back and passing 4 1/2 months since his Achilles tear
Shane Steichen described Jones' rehab from his Achilles injury as "phenomenal." The Colts gambled on Jones' health and ability this offseason with a contract extension.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is dropping back and passing, less than five months since he ruptured his Achilles tendon. Head coach Shane Steichen revealed the news to reporters on Tuesday and also noted that the Colts expect Jones to be ready for training camp. The projected timeline and the news that Jones is conducting passing drills is welcome for the Colts, considering that Jones ruptured his Achilles tendon on Dec.
7 . Jones was also playing on a fracture fibula in his opposite leg when he sustained the injury. “He’s been tirelessly working at it,” Steichen said of Jones’ rehab.
“He’s been in here every day, whatever, 8 to 3 o'clock. I know he’s trying to hit certain landmarks, and he’s on a good path with that. “He’s dropping back, he’s throwing, so he’s in a good spot.
We’ll see how the OTAs go, but anticipate him being ready for training camp. ” <p>The Colts gambled on Jones' health and ability with a contract extension. Shane Steichen described Jones' rehab from his Achilles injury as "phenomenal.