Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands
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Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen took a big chance on one final play call Sunday. He put the ball in Anthony Richardson’s hands and the second-year quarterback who was benched by Steichen one month earlier made his coach’s decision look smart by running through multiple defenders for the decisive 2-point conversion. Rather than play it safe by kicking an extra point to force overtime on the road, Steichen’s risk paid off and the Colts walked away with a crucial 25-24 victory on the biggest chance he’s taken in two seasons as coach. Injuries WR Josh Downs missed Sunday’s game with an injured right shoulder, and the Colts played with a completely revamped offensive line.

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