Tuesday 18 November 2014 08:35, UK
Indianapolis running back Ahmad Bradshaw look set to miss the rest of the season after breaking his leg in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 42-20 defeat to the New England Patriots.
Bradshaw, who is the Colts’ leading rusher this season, fractured his left fibula on a short run when he was stopped just before the goal line.
The 28-year-old was later seen on crutches with his left leg in a protective boot following the game.
Head coach Chuck Pagano revealed the diagnosis and added that Bradshaw would visit a specialist before the team decides whether or not to place him on the injured reserve list.
Pagano told the team’s official website: “He’s been seen by our doctors, our specialists and he’s going to see a couple more. I’ll have more information in the coming days.
“It kills you because he’s a warrior. He loves football. He loves his team-mates. He loves competing. We are going to miss his energy, his passion, everything he brings to the table.
“We’ve got a lot of football left, that’s why we are keeping our fingers crossed.”
Bradshaw, a two-time 1,000-yard rusher, was limited to just three games last season by a neck problem which required surgery.
He was having a strong season for the AFC South-leading Colts this year, compiling a team-best 425 rushing yards with two touchdowns on 90 carries.
