Colts’ Anthony Richardson Expected to Return to Practice Soon After Pinky Injury
Hey, so here’s the latest update on Anthony Richardson, the Colts’ quarterback. You probably heard about his injury during Thursday night’s preseason game against the Ravens, right? Well, the good news is that he might be back on the practice field as soon as this Saturday.
What happened exactly is that Richardson suffered a dislocated pinky finger on his right hand early in the game after taking a big hit from a Ravens linebacker. At halftime, the Colts’ medical team popped his pinky back into place, and X-rays thankfully showed no fractures. So, even though he left the game after completing just two of three passes for 21 yards, there’s hope he won’t be sidelined for too long.
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The Colts had a day off on Friday, but they’re scheduled to get back to practice on Saturday. If Richardson can throw comfortably and grip the ball properly—which is key for any quarterback—he’s expected to take part. That pinky finger might sound like a small injury, but it actually plays an important role in how a QB handles the football. Without a proper grip, it’s tough to throw accurately or with power.
Now, this isn’t the first time Richardson has dealt with injuries. Over the past few seasons, he’s missed quite a few games due to various issues, including shoulder and concussion problems. It’s been a real struggle for him to stay on the field consistently, even though he’s built like a powerhouse at 6-foot-4 and 244 pounds. On top of that, Daniel Jones, who’s competing with Richardson for the starting quarterback job, hasn’t been the healthiest either.
This quarterback competition was supposed to be interesting, with both guys listed as co-starters at the start of the season. The plan was for Richardson to start the preseason game and play into the second quarter, then hand things over to Jones. But with this new injury, that plan is definitely thrown off. It’s a tough spot for the Colts because they’re still trying to figure out their future at this crucial position.
Coach Shane Steichen has said Richardson is day-to-day, and while a pinky injury might not sound serious, it really matters for a quarterback’s ability to play. If Richardson can bounce back quickly, that’s a big boost for the Colts. But if not, the team might be forced to rely more on Jones or even rookie Riley Leonard, which is not the ideal situation.
So, bottom line: keep an eye out this weekend for news on Richardson’s practice status. The Colts need their young quarterback healthy and ready to go, especially with the regular season fast approaching. Let’s hope this is just a minor setback and Richardson can get back to showing why he was such a promising pick in the first place.
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