The sooner the Colts get cornerback Vontae Davis back on the field the better, which is why his appearance at practice on Thursday was a positive sign.

Davis, who sustained a medial sprain in his ankle in August, was wearing pads on Thursday while working with the Colts' rehab staff.

We have a Vontae Davis sighting at practice. He's going to the rehab field but still a good sign based off his absence the past few weeks — Kevin Bowen (@KBowenColts) September 15, 2016

Original reports of Davis's injury in August also speculated he could miss at least the first month of the regular season. While an official timetable is not known and Davis could still be some time away from returning, there's no doubt that this development is welcome news.