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Indianapolis Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. clears concussion protocol

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics | By Bryce Lazenby | Last updated 12/29/23

The Indianapolis Colts received some good news ahead of a Week 17 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Star receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has once again cleared the concussion protocol, per head coach Shane Steichen.

The receiver also cleared the protocol last Friday, but was held out in Week 16 after exhibiting symptoms prior to the game. The Colts went on to lose that matchup to the Atlanta Falcons.

Pittman received a vicious blow against the Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittman received his concussion on a hit from Steelers’ defensive back Damontae Kazee in Week 15. Kazee was ejected for the hit and Pittman stayed on the ground for several minutes.

After that game, Pittman said it was the “pure grace of God” that allowed him to walk to the locker room.

Pittman is crucial to the Colts’ offensive attack

Pittman leads the Colts in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. The receiver has 99 catches for 1,062 yards and 4 TDs on the season. The next closest in terms of receptions is speedy rookie Joshua Downs, who has 63.

The Colts need a win in Week 17 as they are locked in a three-way tie with the Jaguars and Texans atop the AFC South.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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