‘His life could change’: Stephen Daley begins comeback as Indiana opens fall camp
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Key Points:
- Stephen Daley suffered a serious knee injury last December while celebrating Indiana's Big Ten championship win, ending his season and casting doubt on his professional future.
- Daley has returned to Indiana football this fall, participating in modified practice as the team brings him back gradually under the guidance of the strength and conditioning staff.
- A recent federal court ruling granting extra eligibility to 2022 high school athletes allowed Daley to return despite the NCAA's appeal, giving Indiana a proven defensive lineman back.
- Daley was a standout last season with 38 tackles, 19 tackles for loss (leading the Big Ten), and 5.5 sacks before his injury, and his return could significantly bolster Indiana's defense.
- Indiana coach Curt Cignetti emphasized a cautious approach to Daley's recovery, focusing on team development and not rushing his return, while Daley aims to seize this second chance to finish what he started.
