Colts QB Anthony Richardson Exits Preseason Clash with Gruesome Finger Twist
I’m Riley Carter, here with a chill take on a pretty wild moment under those stadium lights. Let’s unpack this without trying too hard.
On August 7, during a preseason game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Baltimore Ravens, the second-year NFL quarterback Anthony Richardson was tackled by Ravens linebacker David Ojabo. What seemed like a routine hard hit on the gridiron turned into a glaring highlight reel of injury coverage. Midway through the first quarter, Richardson took the sack and was immediately removed from the field once team trainers realized his right pinkie was bent at an alarming 45-degree angle away from his other fingers.
The unsettling image quickly circulated on social media, sparking concern among fans and analysts. Richardson’s pinkie was visibly mangled, prompting an immediate cart ride off the turf. According to official Colts statements, the extent of the damage has not been confirmed, but early reports suggest it could require even more than a few weeks of rest. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter noted this could sideline Richardson right up until the opening week matchup in Indy against the Miami Dolphins on September 7.
This injury adds another chapter to Richardson’s stop-start NFL career. In two seasons, he has played just 15 of a possible 34 regular-season games, battling various knocks and soreness as he adapts to the league’s speed. The Colts’ season hinges on his recovery timeline. If he needs extra time to heal, former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is on standby to start in Week 1. Jones, who inked a multi-year deal with the Colts last spring, will have to step up if Richardson is not cleared by mid-September.
For Indianapolis, preseason outings are more than dress rehearsals. They offer a glimpse at roster depth, playbook execution, and player durability. Losing your starting quarterback to a freak finger injury is both a storyline and a logistical headache. The Colts’ coaching staff now faces the task of smoothing out first-team chemistry with Jones in practice reps, just in case. The silver lining: the team still has roughly four weeks to gauge Richardson’s recovery and prepare for his potential return.
Pundits on NFL Network speculated that Richardson’s athletic play style – often lauded for its dual-threat upside – also carries inherent injury risk. Handling snaps, evading rushers, and launching 50-yard bombs make for highlight reels but also dramatic medical moments when tackles go sideways. Richardson himself acknowledged before the preseason began that staying on the field would be as crucial as making big throws.
What’s next? The Colts will release an updated injury report as soon as Richardson’s MRI results are in. Fans should keep an eye on official team channels and trusted insiders like Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport for recovery timelines. Until then, the Colts’ quarterback room remains on high alert, weighing potential lineup shifts in real time.
Anyway, that’s the scoop on Richardson’s pinkie predicament. We’ll see if he bounces back quicker than expected, or if Daniel Jones gets the Week 1 nod. Stay tuned.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, ESPN
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