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Colts defeat Broncos behind backup QB Minshew's heroic performance

Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts runs up the field in the first half of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew II (10) gets a the play from head coach Shane Steichen in the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Overview

  • Colts starting QB Anthony Richardson exited game early due to concussion.
  • Backup QB Gardner Minshew took over and led Colts to victory over Broncos.
  • Minshew is considered one of the NFL's top backup QBs, with high efficiency ratings.
  • Jets may be interested in trading for Minshew, but he would likely cost a high draft pick.
  • Minshew has repeatedly performed well when called upon as a backup.