Sam Ehlinger continues to impress in preseason, earns rushing touchdown vs. Chicago

When Ehlinger entered the game, Indianapolis was down by 10 and needed a comeback. The rushing touchdown got the party started before leading a game-winning drive a few minutes later. Yes, it’s the preseason but an overall impressive showing from Ehlinger.

Sam Ehlinger heading into another year with Indianapolis

During the 2022 season, Ehlinger made an appearance in four games and started in three. However, the Colts were not on the winning end in any of the three starts. Ehlinger completed just over 63% of his throws with 573 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions.

As shown on Saturday, there is an ability to be effective on the ground too. Ehlinger rushed for 87 yards on 17 attempts but was not able to get into the end zone. Indianapolis was not sold on winning football games but did get a good look at what Ehlinger can bring to the table.

Unfortunately for him, his role is likely set as the backup. Richardson has come into training camp and earned the starting job. The Colts have quite the record drafting quarterbacks in the first round and are hoping Richardson is the latest hit.

But there has to be a good feeling of having a backup capable of having nice moments like Ehlinger’s touchdown run. In what has been a bit of a quarterback carousel since Andrew Luck retired a few years ago, there has been no consistency in the room.

Having the likes of Richardson and Ehlinger over the next few years will be a positive for the franchise.