Richardson eventually became the catalyst for the sixth win of the year on the final offensive drive, thanks to the eventual touchdown throw to Alec Pierce with less than thirty seconds to go, along with the two-point conversion to follow and place the Colts ahead.

Colts reporter Stephen Holder clarified that the team's use of Anthony Richardson over the past three games shows Shane Steichen and Co. have few concerns about the QB's health.

When the Indianapolis Colts scored a touchdown with 12 seconds to go at the end of regulation against the New England Patriots, head coach Shane Steichen was left with a very tough decision: tie things up at 24-24 with a Matt Gay extra point or go for the win by handing the ball to starting quarterback Anthony Richardson.