The Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for the 2024 season with high hopes for their second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson, who showed flashes of potential in his limited play last year. Despite missing most of the 2023 season due to injury, Richardson is set to lead the Colts, who narrowly missed the playoffs last season. However, the team faces challenges, including the indefinite loss of tight end Jelani Woods due to surgery. The Colts' starting lineup, including Richardson, will get significant playtime in the final preseason game against the Bengals to prepare for the season opener against the Texans. Oddsmakers are cautious about the Colts' prospects, with the team's win total over/under set at 8.5 and them being third-favorite to win the AFC South.