Colts Adjust Quarterback Playing-Time Plans After Richardson Injury

The Indianapolis Colts are revising their quarterback playing-time strategy after Anthony Richardson suffered a dislocated pinky finger early in the preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens, which disrupted the initial plan devised by head coach Shane Steichen. Originally, Richardson was to play a quarter and a half before Daniel Jones took over, but the injury forced Jones to play most of the first half, prompting Steichen to invert the plan for the upcoming Green Bay game, with Jones starting and Richardson finishing the first half. Despite the injury, Richardson remains optimistic about his recovery, though critics have highlighted the challenges posed by Steichen's decision to play the quarterbacks primarily with second-string offensive players, contributing to a poor team showing and insufficient evaluation. The Colts are still undecided on naming a starting quarterback, with Steichen emphasizing the ongoing competition between Richardson and Jones during joint practices and upcoming games. Additionally, key starters like running back Jonathan Taylor are expected to get limited but planned playing time to balance player health and team performance. The quarterback situation remains unsettled, reflecting broader concerns about the Colts’ offensive consistency and development heading into the season.