Steichen: Anthony Richardson to Practice with Colts, Remains in Concussion Protocol

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson will practice Wednesday but remains in concussion protocol, head coach Shane Steichen told reporters.

Richardson missed last Sunday's win over the Baltimore Ravens after suffering a concussion in Week 2's victory over the Houston Texans. Gardner Minshew started in his place, throwing for 227 yards and a touchdown.

While Richardson still needs clearance from independent evaluators to return, his return to practice is a promising sign for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams.

The Florida product threw for 279 yards and one touchdown against an interception while adding 75 yards and three scores on the ground. Viewed as a raw prospect with unlimited potential, the Colts threw Richardson into the fire early and he has acquitted himself nicely.

The Rams may pose Richardson's toughest test yet, as he'll see Aaron Donald lining up on the opposite side. Donald has feasted on the NFL's most accomplished quarterbacks, let alone one with Richardson's relative lack of experience.

Los Angeles has dropped two straight games after opening the season with a dominant 30-13 victory. With the Colts a surprising 2-1 through the first three weeks, these could be two teams on opposite trajectories.

Either that or Donald and the defense will envelop Richardson and both sides will leave Indianapolis at 2-2.