Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is poised to make a highly-anticipated return to the starting lineup this Sunday when his side takes on the visiting Miami Dolphins.
After missing two games due to an oblique injury, Richardson has been progressing steadily through his rehabilitation and has shown promising signs of regaining full fitness.
According to Colts coach Shane Steichen, 'unless there's a setback,' Richardson is expected to be back under center when the Colts face off against the Dolphins.
Steichen's reassurance has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the organization and has fueled hopes of an impending turnaround for the team.
Richardson, who was drafted by the Colts after a stellar collegiate career, has been touted as the franchise's future franchise quarterback. With the Indianapolis faithful eagerly awaiting his homecoming, there is immense pressure on the young quarterback to deliver an impactful performance against the Dolphins.
Indianapolis has experienced a mixed bag of results so far this season, but Richardson's emergence could potentially be the spark that ignites a much-needed winning streak. With their star quarterback returning to full strength, the Colts will undoubtedly be aiming to make a lasting impression against their AFC East opponents.
Following the weeks of uncertainty and speculation, Steichen's comments provide a welcome injection of positivity to an Colts side looking to regain momentum in the highly-competitive AFC.
It remains to be seen how Richardson fares in his return to action, but one thing is certain: His long-awaited comeback has the Indianapolis faithful on the edge of their seats.