Anthony Richardson Injury Update: When Will QB Return to Colts?

Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson has appeared in just two games this season. His 2025-26 campaign has been derailed by injury, and many are now wondering when he will return, especially after Daniel Jones (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve following Week 14.

We provide an Anthony Richardson injury update and examine how long he is expected to be out with potential return dates. We also review Richardson’s fantasy football outlook and the Colts' betting odds after their recent quarterback injuries.

🏥 When will Anthony Richardson return and be back with Colts?

On Oct. 13, the Colts placed Richardson on injured reserve due to an orbital fracture suffered in a freak accident before their Week 6 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Although he has been eligible to return for weeks, he is not close to coming back at this time.

Richardson’s vision was temporarily impaired by the injury and the surgery he underwent, and Colts head coach Shane Steichen told reporters that he is unsure whether the quarterback will return this season.

If Richardson is to return this season, it might not be until the playoffs - the Colts are +430 underdogs to make the postseason based on the latest NFL playoff odds.

Here’s a look at the Colts’ remaining schedule and potential playoff dates:

• Week 15 - Sunday, Dec. 14: Indianapolis Colts at Seattle Seahawks
• Week 16 - Monday, Dec. 22: San Francisco 49ers at Indianapolis Colts
• Week 17 - Sunday, Dec. 28: Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts
• Week 18 - TBD (Flex Game): Indianapolis Colts at Houston Texans
• Wild Card Playoffs: Saturday, Jan. 10; Sunday, Jan. 11; or Monday, Jan. 12
• Divisional Round Playoffs: Saturday, Jan. 17; or Sunday, Jan. 18
• AFC Championship Game: Sunday, Jan. 25
• Super Bowl 60: Sunday, Feb. 8

⏳ How long will Anthony Richardson be out for?

Richardson could return this season, but with no official timeline from the team, his return remains uncertain.

❓ Will Anthony Richardson be back for the fantasy football playoffs?

Richardson is unlikely to return for any part of the fantasy football playoffs, which typically take place in Weeks 15 through 17 of the NFL season.

The third-year quarterback has appeared in just two games this year, rushing four times for minus-1 yard in a Sept. 21 win over the Tennessee Titans and completing one of two passes for nine yards in an Oct. 5 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.

🐴 Colts betting odds

The Colts are unlikely to make the NFL playoffs. The latest Super Bowl odds list Indianapolis at +22500, while the team is +2700 to win the AFC South at the best NFL betting sites.