Colts' Michael Pittman Jr. Sidelined with Back Injury
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is expected to miss several weeks due to a back injury, with the possibility of being placed on injured reserve.
- Michael Pittman Jr. suffered a back injury during the Colts' recent game against the Jacksonville Jaguars and will miss multiple weeks.
- The Colts are considering placing Pittman on injured reserve, which would require him to sit out at least four games.
- Pittman's absence adds to the Colts' injury woes, with key players like Jonathan Taylor and Anthony Richardson also facing injuries.
- Alec Pierce and Josh Downs are expected to take on larger roles in the Colts' receiving corps during Pittman's absence.
- Pittman's injury comes after signing a three-year, $70 million extension and leading the team in receptions and yards in previous seasons.