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Colts QB Daniel Jones Eyes Week 1 Return Post-Surgery

4/22/2026

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Daniel Jones, the Indianapolis Colts quarterback, is progressing in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, having begun dropping back and throwing four months after surgery.
The Colts signed him to a two-year, $88 million contract, signaling confidence in his return.
Jones aims to return for Week 1 and be ready by late July for training camp, while DeForest Buckner and other Colts players recover during offseason workouts.

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Daniel Jones, the Indianapolis Colts quarterback, is progressing in his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, having begun dropping back and throwing four months after surgery.
The Colts signed him to a two-year, $88 million contract, signaling confidence in his return.
Jones aims to return for Week 1 and be ready by late July for training camp, while DeForest Buckner and other Colts players recover during offseason workouts.