INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts are still in a holding pattern in awaiting the returns of quarterback Anthony Richardson and running back Jonathan Taylor. Now they're also monitoring receiver Michael Pittman Jr.'s back injury, too.
A person with knowledge of the injury confirmed that it could keep Pittman off the field though it's unclear for how long. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not yet announced details of the injury. Pittman needs six catches to surpass Hall of Famer Lenny Moore for seventh in franchise history.
Moore caught 363 passes. Pittman has 22 catches for 238 yards and one TD this year, his fifth season, after making 109 catches for 1,152 yards — both career highs — in 2023. If he can't play Sunday at Tennessee, the Colts could be without their starting quarterback, their best running back and their top receiver.
Injuries again limited Richardson's participation in Wednesday's practice while Taylor again sat out — just like last week when both missed the game at Jacksonville. “I feel way better compared to last week," Richardson said before practice. “I was able to move a little better and able to get going, start running and throwing.
So, feeling good about that.” Coach Shane Steichen was short on details about the likely playing status of his starting quarterback and 2021 All-Pro running back, something that's not expected to change until closer to game time. While Richardson wen.