The Indianapolis Colts have been dealt a major blow with the news that wide receiver Anthony Richardson will be out for 4-8 weeks due to an injury. Richardson had been a key contributor to the Colts offense this season, and his absence will be felt.
Richardson suffered the injury during the Colts’ Week 8 game against the Houston Texans. He was taken to the locker room after the first quarter and did not return. After further evaluation, it was determined that Richardson had suffered a knee injury and would need to be sidelined for an extended period of time.
The Colts will now have to find a way to replace Richardson’s production. He had been one of the team’s most reliable receivers, catching 24 passes for 332 yards and two touchdowns this season. His absence will likely mean more targets for fellow wideouts T.Y. Hilton, Zach Pascal, and Marcus Johnson.
The Colts will also need to find a way to fill the void left by Richardson on special teams. He had been a key contributor on kick returns, averaging 24.7 yards per return this season. The team will now have to look to other players, such as Nyheim Hines or Deon Cain, to take over those duties.
The Colts are hoping that Richardson will be able to return in time for the playoffs, but they will need to prepare for the possibility that he may not be available. It is a tough break for a team that has been playing well this season, but they will need to find a way to adjust and overcome this setback.