Colts reflect on growth and progress as training camp wraps in Westfield

WESTFIELD, Ind. — The final open practice of Colts training camp was less about putting on a show for fans and more about looking back at the progress the team has made over the past two weeks in Westfield. Players and coaches agreed: this summer’s camp was as productive as any they’ve had in recent memory.

Head coach Shane Steichen noted the strides in conditioning and intensity.

“I thought we had a really good camp. I think, you know, from the last couple of years to now, just the intensity of practice, you know, being in great conditioning shape. You know, we've had way more reps and we've had since I've been here. With the scrimmages, the long drive drills, the sudden change drills. And so I really like our football team going into the second preseason game.”

Quarterback Daniel Jones echoed that sentiment, saying his own focus has been steady improvement.

“I've improved day to day. I've made progress, kind of learning the system and executing. I think there's always things you're working on and trying to clean up. So that's kind of where my mindset is.”

While the quarterbacks remain in focus, second-year signal caller Anthony Richardson reflected more broadly on how the camp experience has shaped him both on and off the field.

“I feel like the people have around me have shaped me into a better man. The things I've been through have shaped me into a better man. My teammates have helped me become a better man, and I just feel like all that just transitioned into my playstyle, you know, just being a better player because of it.”

Richardson also emphasized that while he’s taken strides, there’s still plenty of work to do:

“I would like to say I've improved from my first in camps, but, that's still a lot of a lot of room for improvement. You know, I feel like I'm nowhere near where I want to be. Yeah. I've been better throughout this camp, but there's still things I need to work on.”

And perhaps his most important focus? Staying available.

“Stay in the game. You know, that's one of the biggest things I need to, you know, focus on and be able to just be out there on the field. The best ability is availability.”

For veteran wide receiver Ashton Dulin, camp has been about settling into a bigger role and embracing his strengths.

“I mean, it’s year seven. So, you know, it just kind of figuring out a routine for yourself as the years go on. I think for me, just kind of knowing my role in this offense and, on this team, it kind of helps me in a sense and this entire organization. Just knowing that I'm a bigger receiver in a sense. So just making that kind of like, my superpower.”

Between the development of young talent, the leadership of veterans, and the consistency of camp routines, the Colts leave Westfield with confidence, and a clearer picture of what’s ahead.

The Colts return to action Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium, where they’ll look to translate their camp growth into some positive preseason results.