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Colts Keep Anthony Richardson on IR for Week 18 Over Ongoing Vision Issues

Indianapolis names Riley Leonard for the finale to prioritize the quarterback's safety.

Overview

  • Head coach Shane Steichen said Wednesday the team will not activate Richardson for the Texans game due to lingering vision limitations from his October orbital fracture.
  • The Colts opened Richardson's 21-day practice window on Dec. 18, and he has practiced in a limited capacity while reporting that catching the snap at close range remains the toughest task.
  • Riley Leonard will start the regular-season finale, with Seth Henigan a candidate to back up; if he is not ready, Philip Rivers would serve as the reserve.
  • Richardson will finish the season on injured reserve after two game appearances, and the decision comes with the Colts already eliminated from playoff contention.
  • Indianapolis enters the offseason weighing a May 1 fifth-year option decision and Daniel Jones' Achilles recovery, while Richardson says he has 'no doubt' about his NFL future.