Anthony Richardson exited Indianapolis' preseason opener against Baltimore with a dislocated pinky on his throwing hand after a sack by David Ojabo, raising immediate red flags about his availability. The injury, visible as his right pinky bent awkwardly, popped back in and left the rookie in doubt for upcoming action. Daniel Jones stepped in and tossed for 144 yards on 10-of-21, while Riley Leonard added 92 yards and a touchdown on 12-of-24 as backups helped the Ravens pull away in a 24-16 win. Coach Shane Steichen said the pinky popped out and back in, but offered no precise return timeline. Richardson’s status could swing the Colts’ QB competition, especially since Richardson and Jones were atop the first unofficial depth chart. From a fantasy lens, this dynamic injects volatility into Indy’s passing game and could shift the roles of surrounding skill players if Richardson misses time.

Richardson’s exit accelerates the hand-wringing around Week 1 plans and the Colts’ overall ceiling. If the rookie sits, Jones provides veteran steadiness with a real rushing floor, while Leonard represents a potential late-season upside if the Colts lean into a longer-term development plan. The Ravens’ defense showed pressure and efficiency in the opener, underscoring the need for Colts pass protection and playmakers to emerge quickly. The injury also elevates the importance of monitoring subsequent practices for any update on Richardson’s return and any potential shift in Indy’s quarterback roadmap going into the season.