The Indianapolis Colts looked lifeless for the majority of regulation until rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson provided exactly the spark they needed even if they ultimately fell short in overtime against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.
Though Richardson’s completion percentage on the day (44%) looks unappealing, the rookie was working without his starting left tackle and center. Those issues were constant as the Colts had no answer for Aaron Donald.
Richardson only had 47 passing yards during the first half, and the Colts were down 23-0 halfway through the third quarter. Nothing was working, but Richardson composed himself and led a massive comeback, scoring 23 unanswered points to tie the game before the end of regulation.
The Colts offense didn’t get a chance to get the ball in overtime so Richardson’s stat line is all from regulation. He completed 11-of-25 passes for 200 yards, two touchdowns and a 98.8 passer rating while adding 10 carries for 57 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown.
There certainly were some growing pains present in this game, but Richardson led a massive comeback that shows just how resilient this group is under new head coach Shane Steichen.
Also deserving of recognition in this game was edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo, who led the defense with 1.5 sacks, four quarterback hits, one tackle for loss, one pass defensed and one forced fumble.
Richardson and the Colts will be back home in Week 5 for their third division game of the season, hosting the Tennessee Titans (2-2) at Lucas Oil Stadium.
