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Colts Elevate Rookie Riley Leonard After Anthony Richardson Suffers Orbital Fracture

Team leaders are weighing a veteran signing depending on Anthony Richardson's recovery timeline.

Richardson (No. 5) was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft.
Anthony Richardson sustained a freak eye injury during pregame warmups before the Indianapolis Colts' game against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Overview

  • Anthony Richardson sustained a fractured orbital bone when a resistance band snapped during pregame warmups and was taken to the hospital.
  • He was ruled out of the 31-27 win over the Cardinals, prompting rookie Riley Leonard to move from inactive status to Daniel Jones' primary backup.
  • Leonard, a sixth-round pick who has been running the scout team, said he was "one play away" and credited Jones for modeling how to operate an NFL offense.
  • Daniel Jones went 22-of-30 for 212 yards with two touchdown passes and a rushing score, improving Indianapolis to 5-1.
  • Coach Shane Steichen said Richardson’s timetable is uncertain and noted the team could consider adding a veteran backup, and cornerback Charvarius Ward exited warmups with a concussion.