Overview
- Richardson said he has not recently spoken with his agent or GM about the trade request he filed in February, leaving the request unresolved as training camp continues.
- Coaches have rotated Richardson and Riley Leonard in practice, and head coach Shane Steichen plans to split snaps between them in the preseason opener as the two compete for the primary backup role.
- Camp tape has shown inconsistency from Richardson, including problems handling shotgun snaps that Steichen called a concentration issue, and reports say he has taken some third‑team reps.
- Teams’ interest in trading for Richardson was limited this offseason and insiders cite lingering questions about his vision after a 2025 orbital fracture, with NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport saying he would not be surprised if Richardson has played his last down in Indianapolis.
- A recent $4.24 million roster bonus means an acquiring team would only owe roughly Richardson’s $1.15 million base salary for 2026, which lowers the financial barrier for a trade but does not erase medical and performance concerns.