Colts rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson exited the field in the final minute of Sunday’s 31-21 loss to the Jaguars after taking a vicious hit to his lower body.
Richardson, who made his NFL regular season debut, was scrambling in pursuit of a touchdown for Indianapolis. However, he was met with a big hit from Jaguars safety Andre Cisco as he neared the goal line.
The 21-year-old stayed down on the field as trainers looked at him. After standing to his feet, Richardson walked off the field slowly was replaced by backup Gardner Minshew.
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After the game, Colts head coach Shane Steichen told reporters that Richardson was fine and not injured, per The Athletic's Stephen Holder. Richardson said he took a hit to his left knee but believes icing it will take care of the pain.
Richardson finished the game, throwing for 24-of-37 passing for 223 yards and one touchdown—a 39-yard strike to Michael Pittman Jr.—and one interception. He also rushed for 40 yards on 10 carries and one touchdown on the ground in the
Indianapolis (0-1) will return to action next Sunday for another AFC South clash when the Colts go on the road to face the Texans.
