Injuries have dominated the discussion surrounding the Indianapolis Colts this week. Their recent victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers came at a substantial cost, with two of their key players, Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, sidelined due to injuries. As the team prepares to face the Jacksonville Jaguars, the availability of these star athletes remains uncertain.

Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor both exited the game against the Steelers early. Richardson sustained an oblique injury following a hit during a run and, despite an attempt to continue playing, was unable to match his usual level of performance. The coaching staff, led by Shane Steichen, is cautiously optimistic; Richardson did participate in a limited capacity during practice and hasn't been ruled out for the upcoming match. His status is likely to be a game-time decision, with Joe Flacco prepared to step in if necessary.

On the other hand, Jonathan Taylor suffered a high ankle sprain that forced him out of the fourth quarter against Pittsburgh. The injury, though serious, doesn't appear to be as severe as initially feared. Taylor, who has a history of battling ankle problems, indicated that he is taking his recovery day by day. While he did not practice on Thursday, there is still a slim chance he could suit up for the game against Jacksonville.

The Colts face a formidable challenge in Jacksonville, a place where they haven't secured a win in over ten years. Rushing Richardson and Taylor back into action could risk further injury, which adds to the complexity of the situation. The team desperately needs a fully healthy squad to break their losing streak and secure a victory on the road. The decision to play or rest their injured stars will be pivotal in deciding the outcome of this crucial match.