Colts’ Richardson takes next step, returns to practice
INDIANAPOLIS » Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson was back on the practice field Wednesday.
Whether he starts Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams is still to be determined.
Coach Shane Steichen told reporters the highly touted rookie would take all the snaps with Indy’s starting offense, clearing another hurdle in the concussion protocol before reclaiming his starting job.
“They’re ... in the protocol still but they’re going to practice today,” Steichen said of Richardson and three-time Pro Bowl center Ryan Kelly, who both missed last weekend’s 22-19 overtime victory at Baltimore.
Neither Richardson nor Kelly spoke with reporters Wednesday.
Richardson, the fourth overall pick in April’s draft, was selected as the starter in mid-August. He started each of Indy’s first two games but couldn’t finish either because of injuries.
Reich: Young on track to play
CHARLOTTE, N.C. » Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Bryce Young is trending toward playing on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings barring any setbacks, according to coach Frank Reich.
Young was a full participant at practice on Wednesday.
The No. 1 overall pick missed last Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks with an ankle injury.
“The big thing right now is to see how he responds (Thursday) because it was good work today,” Reich said after practice.
Browns’ Watson has sore shoulder
CLEVELAND » Browns quarterback Deshaun
Watson is dealing with a sore right throwing shoulder but is expected to play Sunday when Cleveland hosts Baltimore.
Watson, who is coming off his best game since signing with the Browns, didn’t throw during the portion of practice open to reporters on Wednesday.
Watson will be listed as “limited” on Cleveland’s injury report.
Jaguars Jones a long shot to play
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. » Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Zay Jones is a long shot to play against in London on Sunday, the team said Wednesday.
Coach Doug Pederson said Jones, who sprained his right knee two weeks ago and was inactive for last week’s game against Houston, will make the trip across the pond. Jones has five receptions for 55 yards and a TD this season.