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Daniel Jones to start Week 1 for Colts after Achilles recovery
The Colts announced Sept. 11, 2026, that quarterback Daniel Jones will return as the starter when Indianapolis opens the 2026 season against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 13, 2026. The team said Jones is back to full strength roughly nine months after an Achilles tear and that the club had a clean injury report.
The Colts announced Sept. 11, 2026, that Daniel Jones will take the field as the team’s Week 1 starter against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 13, 2026 — 280 days since his last NFL snap. The team reported Jones reached full strength about nine months after sustaining an Achilles tear and emphasized his rehab was deliberate rather than rushed.
Head coach Shane Steichen told reporters the Colts had a clean injury report ahead of Week 1 and provided updates on wide receiver Alec Pierce. Coaches and teammates highlighted Jones’ increased first-team work in 2026 camp (460 more first-team snaps than in 2025) and said his presence stabilizes preparation and chemistry for the offense.
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