The Indianapolis Colts are already facing a challenging matchup against the Buffalo Bills in NFL Week 10, and the task just got a bit harder.
Head coach Shane Steichen has confirmed that 27-year-old will be unavailable for the Colts’ Week 10 game against the Buffalo Bills.
The talented player is dealing with both a back injury and a finger issue.
The Colts are at a critical point in their season and need to start stringing together some wins.
If they fall to the Bills, they’ll drop to 4-6.
The offense is already struggling, and Pittman’s absence only makes things worse.
As a two-time 1,000-yard receiver, Pittman is a key figure in Steichen’s offensive system, and his loss will be significant.
Running back Jonathan Taylor and wide receiver Josh Downs will need to step up in his place.
Taylor is averaging 4.8 yards per carry, while Downs has become quarterback Joe Flacco’s primary target in recent weeks.
Ultimately, it will be up to Flacco to lead the offense and try to keep pace with the high-powered Bills.
Flacco’s performance against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 9—just 179 yards with one interception and no touchdowns—won’t cut it against a tough Bills defense.
Indianapolis is approaching a crucial turning point, and losing Pittman is a major setback for a team that desperately needs a win.
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