Overview
- Daniel Jones resumed non‑contact, seven‑on‑seven work at the Colts’ mandatory minicamp but did not take part in 11‑on‑11 team drills after asking to move up.
- Coach Shane Steichen said the club expects Jones to progress to padded, full‑team practices during training camp and is targeting him to be cleared to start the Week 1 game against Baltimore.
- Jones’ rehab remains focused on rebuilding calf strength and testing plyometric and reactive, game‑like movements as checkpoints before contact work is added.
- Wide receiver Alec Pierce (ankle surgery) and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (neck) did not practice at minicamp and could miss the start of training camp, though the team expects both back on the field by camp if recovery stays on track.
- The Colts signaled commitment to Jones with a two‑year deal after using the transition tag this spring, and backup competition for the roster — including Anthony Richardson, Riley Leonard and Easton Stick — will shape how the club manages practice reps and game readiness.