Colts reportedly considering retaining Anthony Richardson could backfire

According to recent reporting, the Indianapolis Colts are contemplating retaining quarterback Anthony Richardson rather than moving him before the upcoming free-agency period. Richardson, selected in the first round of the 2023 draft, has struggled to secure a starting position and sits behind Daniels Jones on the depth chart, with Riley Leonard also vying for the backup role. Critics note that his performance has fallen short of the franchise's hopes and that his contract will expire at the end of the season.

They suggest that a trade this August could bring a later-round draft selection, even if modest, which would be preferable to keeping a player whose ceiling appears limited. The analysis warns that holding Richardson on the roster may cost the team a more valuable asset without improving the quarterback situation.