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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is set to start in Week 18 against the Jacksonville Jaguars if he can recover from back spasms. Despite also dealing with a foot injury, head coach Shane Steichen has indicated that Richardson's back issue is the primary concern. If he is unable to play, veteran Joe Flacco will take over as the starter. The Colts are also facing challenges with injuries to their offensive line, which could impact Richardson's performance if he plays.
- Richardson's health is crucial for the Colts' offensive strategy in the final week of the season.
- Joe Flacco's performance as a backup could influence the team's decision-making moving forward.
Anthony Richardson | QB
Injury
Pickup
Week 18
10 carries
61 rush yards
172 pass yards
- Richardson is dealing with back spasms but is expected to start if healthy.
- He also has a foot injury but is feeling better.
- His performance has been affected by injuries to key offensive linemen.
Joe Flacco | QB
Pickup
Week 17
330 pass yards
2 pass TDs
2 interceptions
- Flacco stepped in during Richardson's absence and threw for 330 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.
Indianapolis Colts
- The Colts are struggling with injuries to key players, including their starting quarterback and offensive linemen.
- The team's offensive performance will heavily depend on Richardson's health and the ability of backups to step up.