Colts running back Trent Richardson "is relying more on his instincts when running instead of thinking it through" and could emerge as a three-down back, reports ESPN. Richardson has a much better handle on the playbook than he did last year following his early-season trade from the Browns.
Behind Richardson on the depth chart are Ahmad Bradshaw and Vick Ballard, both coming off big surgeries. Richardson had a dismal 2013, averaging 3.0 yards per carry and scoring four touchdowns, but will get every chance to succeed in 2014.