Hooker (hip/sports hernia) will be ready to participate at the start of training camp, George Bremer of the Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hooker underwent labrum and core muscle surgeries in January and didn't participate in any of the team's offseason practices. His full participation at the start of training camp likely means he'll win a starting safety role.

Hooker (hip/sports hernia) is now able to weight lift for the first time since his offseason surgery, Kevin Bowen of the Colts' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Hooker won't be able to practice until training camp at the earliest, his participation in some workouts with the team is an encouraging sign. He'll continue to participate in film study and weight lifting at the Colts facilities as he recovers and seeks to be cleared for participation in practices.

Head coach Chuck Pagano said Friday that Hooker(hip/sports hernia) will be ready to go for training camp, Kevin Bowen of Colts.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The expectation for Hooker was that training camp would be the earliest the safety would be able to return, so it appears as though he is right on schedule in terms of his recovery. The rookie out of Ohio State will have all of training camp to impress the Colts coaching staff in an effort to assert himself as one of the team's top safeties in his debut season.

Hooker (hip/sports hernia) is not is expected to be ready to practice until training camp, but GM Chis Ballard said he had "no hesitation" about his health, George Bremer of the Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hooker underwent labrum and core muscle surgeries in January. His inability to participate in spring practices could mean it takes longer for him to win a starting job at the start of the season. However, he may not be too behind if he's able to fully participate in training camp.