While Jonathan Taylor is a top back and can be productive in really any environment, this recent development should provide a boost to the Colts' running game. As noted by Zach Hicks of Sports Illustrated's Horseshoe Huddle, with Joe Flacco at quarterback ...

Richardson came back from a hip injury only to lose his starting job before Week 9. On one hand, it was justifiable; the Colts had a .500 record despite the league’s worst quarterback play. In the short term, Flacco provided the best opportunity for instant gratification.

Now, the second-year coach will rely on Richardson to get the Colts back on track and into the wide-open race for AFC wild-card berths. Richardson has posted a 3-3 record in six starts this season while throwing for 958 yards, running for 242 and totaling ...