The Facts: Richardson is strongly considering season-ending shoulder surgery on his damaged AC joint, sources tell NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, with a procedure deemed by some as the best option to fully heal his right throwing shoulder.

Diehards Line: Richardson and Indianapolis sought four or five opinions on his shoulder, sources tell Rapoport, taking their time before arriving at this conclusion. The good news from Richardson's MRI is that the labrum in his right shoulder is not torn. The ligaments, sources tell Rapoport, looked better than expected. But based on the type of injury Richardson suffered, there is a strong belief that surgery is the best option. Thus, much of the discussion has been on how to get Richardson to a full recovery, which led to this potential procedure. Richardson has thrown for 577 yards with three touchdowns in four games this season, with an additional 136 yards and four scores on the ground. Gardner Minshew will start for the Colts in Richardson's absence.