Colts' Injury Woes Deepen: Daniel Jones Out for Season, Riley Leonard's Availability in Doubt
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The Indianapolis Colts have been dealt a blow with the news that New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones will undergo surgery for a torn Achilles tendon. The injury occurred during Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, with Jones going down on a non-contact play while delivering a pass. Rookie quarterback Riley Leonard replaced him, completing 18 of 29 passes for 145 yards and one interception, but the Colts' injury woes don't end there. Jones' backup, Anthony Richardson, is already on the injured reserve list after suffering a fractured orbital bone in a pre-game mishap. Colts coach Shane Steichen praised Jones for his dedication and work ethic, saying he has 'so much respect' for the quarterback. Meanwhile, the Colts have been dealt another injury blow with news that Riley Leonard is dealing with knee soreness. Leonard is hoping to be available for Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, but the team's chances of making a comeback in the AFC South have been dealt a significant setback. The Colts have dropped four of their past five games and are now trailing the Jaguars in the division. Other than the two quarterback injuries, Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward is currently in concussion protocol. The team's running back, Jonathan Taylor, has called for the team to 'catch themselves' and 'put their foot down' to stop their slide. The Colts will need to find a way to regroup and bounce back if they want to make a push for the playoffs.
