Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is dealing with a fibula injury but remains determined to play in Sunday’s crucial AFC South matchup against the Houston Texans. Reports from NFL Network indicate that Jones has a fracture but intends to play through the injury, though the Colts have not officially confirmed the severity.
Despite Injury, Jones Set To Practice Fully, Showing Readiness And Team Confidence
Despite the injury, Jones is expected to be a full participant in Thursday’s practice, according to a team source. He was listed as “limited” on Wednesday, signaling improvement and the team’s confidence in his readiness for the upcoming game.
Daniel Jones (NFL)Jones described the injury as “something that kind of was hanging over” and acknowledged that he only realized its extent last week. He could not pinpoint exactly when the injury occurred, but reported it to the training staff shortly after the Colts returned from their bye week.
Jones Struggles Late Against Chiefs, But Colts’ Offense Remains Among NFL’s Best
Jones played in last Sunday’s game against Kansas City, despite the injury, as the Colts lost 23-20 in overtime after surrendering a 20-9 lead. In the fourth quarter, Jones completed only 3 of 8 pass attempts for 17 yards, while the Colts struggled offensively with three consecutive three-and-outs.
Even with Jones’ injury, the Colts have maintained one of the NFL’s top offenses this season. The team leads the league in scoring with 31 points per game and ranks first in yards per play at 6.3, highlighting the impact of Jones’ leadership following his offseason signing.
