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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Sent to injured reserve
Mon, Oct 13, 2025, 3:35 PM
The Colts placed Richardson (orbital) on injured reserve Monday.
Analysis: Richardson will miss at least the next four games with his orbital fracture, putting him first available to return to the lineup in Week 12 against the Chiefs. The Colts have sixth-round rookie Riley Leonard as an option to serve as Daniel Jones' backup in the meantime, but Indianapolis could also look outside the organization for a veteran QB2. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Expected to miss multiple weeks
Mon, Oct 13, 2025, 12:07 PM
Richardson (eye) is expected to mis multiple weeks after sustaining an orbital fracture ahead of Sunday's win over the Cardinals, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Richardson was hospitalized after being hit in the eye by a piece of workout equipment in pregame warmups Sunday. He's dealing with significant swelling around the eye, impairing his vision, though there isn't believed to be any damage to his actual eye. With Richardson out for the immediate future, the Colts could look outside the organization for a veteran backup behind Daniel Jones. Sixth-round rookie Riley Leonard is another option for QB2 duties. |
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Ashton Dulin Ashton Dulin Moves to bench role in win
Mon, Oct 13, 2025, 10:48 AM
Dulin had two kick returns for an average of 29.5 yards in Sunday's win over Arizona. He played just one snap on offense.
Analysis: Dulin had five targets and two receptions for 55 yards the previous week against Las Vegas, but moved back to a bench role with Alec Pierce returning from a concussion. Dulin is a key player on special teams but could still be used as a fourth receiver as he may have moved ahead of Adonai Mitchell on the depth chart. Mitchell was a healthy inactive for Sunday's game. |
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DJ Giddens DJ Giddens Just two snaps on offense
Mon, Oct 13, 2025, 10:42 AM
Giddens did not have a carry nor was targeted in the passing game in Sunday's win over Arizona. He played just two snaps on offense.
Analysis: It was surprisingly Ameer Abdullah who had both a carry and a reception in the game, although the veteran RB played only three snaps on offense. Giddens is still likely the running back who would get the most work if Jonathan Taylor were to get hurt, though Tyler Goodson has been sidelined with a groin injury and could factor in once he's healthy. Either way, Taylor is getting almost every touch in the backfield in non-blowouts, and that doesn't look likely to change. |
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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Two catches in return
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 10:53 PM
Pierce brought in two of four targets for 48 yards in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Pierce needed just the pair of grabs to finish second on the day in receiving yardage for the Colts. Pierce was making his return from a two-game absence due to a concussion, and the fourth-year pro finished with his third-highest receiving yardage total of the season. Pierce should fill his usual downfield role in a Week 7 road matchup against the Chargers. |
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Josh Downs Josh Downs Gets into end zone Sunday
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 10:30 PM
Downs brought in six of seven targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Downs' day got off on the right foot with receptions of nine, 11 and five yards on the opening drive, and he ultimately added his first touchdown catch of the season on a five-yard grab early in the fourth quarter. Downs has back-to-back six-catch efforts heading into a Week 7 road matchup against the Chargers, and he's logged at least five targets in three consecutive contests. |
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Michael Pittman Michael Pittman Two catches in Week 6 win
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 7:08 PM
Pittman brought in two of three targets for 20 yards in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Pittman's output was below his usual standards, as all three components of his receiving line were season-low figures. The veteran wideout's lackluster afternoon coincided with the return of Alec Pierce from a two-game absence due to a concussion, although the two receivers have very different skill sets and roles within the offense. Given his numbers were essentially outliers, Pittman should have a good chance to bounce back to some degree during a Week 7 road showdown against the Chargers next Sunday. |
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Daniel Jones Daniel Jones Multiple TDs in close win
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 5:15 PM
Jones completed 22 of 30 passes for 212 yards with two touchdowns and one interception while adding five carries for 20 yards and another score in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Jones put together another efficient performance that's become par for the course for him in the Colts' scheme. Jones eclipsed the 70.0 percent completion threshold for the fourth time overall in the first six games, and the veteran signal-caller also tossed a pair of touchdown for the second consecutive contest by connecting with Tyler Warren and Josh Downs from eight and five yards out, respectively. Jones added a three-yard scoring rush just before the halfway point of the second quarter, his fourth touchdown on the ground already. Jones will remain a highly coveted option in all formats for a Week 7 road showdown against the Chargers that could develop into a high-scoring affair. |
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Tyler Warren Tyler Warren Paces air attack in win
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 4:36 PM
Warren secured six of nine targets for 63 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Warren tied Josh Downs for the team lead in receptions and led the way in both receiving yards and targets on an afternoon where he also recorded his second touchdown grab of the season. Warren found the end zone from eight yards out to cap off the opening possession of the game, and he tallied his fifth catch of 20-plus yards this season earlier in the drive with a 23-yard reception. The rookie tight end will continue to serve as a focal point of the offense during a Week 7 marquee road matchup against the Chargers. |
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Jonathan Taylor Jonathan Taylor Another 100-yard effort Sunday
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 3:43 PM
Taylor rushed 21 times for 123 yards and a touchdown while securing all four targets for 14 yards in the Colts' 31-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Taylor put together another signature stat line, averaging 5.9 yards per carry on his way to his second-highest rushing yardage total of the season. He also scored his fourth touchdown of the last two games on a one-yard rush with under five minutes remaining to erase a 27-24 deficit and put the final points of the day up on the board. Taylor is already sitting on 603 rushing yards, seven rush TDs and an average of 5.3 yards per carry through six contests, and he'll face the Chargers' porous run defense in a Week 7 road showdown next Sunday. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Sustains orbital eye fracture
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 3:34 PM
Coach Shane Steichen noted that Richardson suffered an an "orbital eye fracture" ahead of Sunday's 31-27 win over the Cardinals, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Analysis: After sustaining his eye injury during pre-game warmups Sunday, Richardson was made inactive, and per Stephen Holder of ESPN.com, Richardson could miss additional time. In such a scenario, Riley Leonard would be in line to serve as Daniel Jones' top backup. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Out Week 6 due to eye injury
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 10:58 AM
Richardson is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals after sustaining an eye injury while doing pregame work with resistance bands, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: The Colts haven't provided word on the severity of the injury, but Richardson was apparently in enough discomfort that the team elected to make him inactive for the first time this season. Richardson had suited up as starting quarterback Daniel Jones' top backup for each of the first five games and saw action late in blowout wins in Weeks 3 and 5, but rookie Riley Leonard is now slated to handle the No. 2 role Sunday. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Inactive Sunday
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 10:49 AM
Richardson is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Richardson sustained an unspecified injury during warmups, so the quarterback isn't a healthy inactive for the contest. Riley Leonard is thus slated to serve as Daniel Jones' top backup Sunday. |
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Adonai Mitchell Adonai Mitchell Inactive Sunday
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 10:45 AM
Mitchell is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: With Alec Pierce back from a concussion, Mitchell is the odd man out in the Colts' Week 6 wideout corps. Also in uniform at the position Sunday are Michael Pittman, Josh Downs, Ashton Dulin and Anthony Gould. |
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Ameer Abdullah Ameer Abdullah Elevated from practice squad
Sat, Oct 11, 2025, 4:27 PM
The Colts elevated Abdullah from the practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's matchup versus the Cardinals.
Analysis: Abdullah will serve as the team's No. 3 running back for the second straight week as Tyler Goodson remains sidelined due to a groin injury. Abdullah carried the ball two times for six yards and a touchdown in the Week 5 win over the Raiders while playing on both offense and special teams. The team will be able to elevate the 32-year-old just one more time following Sunday's matchup. |
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Tyler Goodson Tyler Goodson Remains sidelined by groin injury
Fri, Oct 10, 2025, 12:14 PM
Goodson (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: Goodson will miss a second consecutive game due to the groin injury he sustained in Week 4 against the Rams. DJ Giddens will continue to work as the primary backup to workhorse running back Jonathan Taylor. |
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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Back in fold for Week 6
Fri, Oct 10, 2025, 12:07 PM
Head coach Shane Steichen said Friday that Pierce (concussion) will play Sunday against the Cardinals, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: Pierce has cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol after missing the Colts' previous two games. He'll reclaim a role in three-receiver sets alongside Josh Downs and Michael Pittman, which will likely snuff out the limited fantasy utility Ashton Dulin and Adonai Mitchell had provided during Pierce's absence. |
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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Practices in full again
Thu, Oct 9, 2025, 2:57 PM
Pierce (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Pierce has missed two straight games but has now logged back-to-back full practices sessions, so he appears to be nearing a return from the concussion protocol. Friday's practice figures to be key for Pierce, who will also need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist before being eligible to return to the starting lineup alongside Michael Pittman and Josh Downs. He's working to gain clearance in time for Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals. |
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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Returns to full practice
Wed, Oct 8, 2025, 3:08 PM
Pierce (concussion) practiced fully Wednesday.
Analysis: Pierce, who has missed two straight contests, practiced fully last Wednesday and Thursday before downgrading to a 'DNP' listing Friday, so his return to a full session this Wednesday's bodes well for his chances of returning to action Sunday against the Cardinals. In that scenario, Pierce would be in line to reclaim his role alongside fellow WRs Michael Pittman and Josh Downs, which thus far has yielded him a 9/171/0 receiving receiving line (on 13 targets) through three contests. |
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Tyler Goodson Tyler Goodson Misses Wednesday's practice
Wed, Oct 8, 2025, 1:54 PM
Goodson (groin) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Goodson sustained a groin injury in the Colts' Week 4 win loss to the Rams and hasn't returned to practice since. The Iowa product has played just 24 snaps (16 on special teams, eight on offense) across two appearances this season, rushing twice for six yards. He likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday to have a chance at suiting up for the Week 6 matchup against the Cardinals. |
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