Overview
- The Colts have slated Anthony Richardson to start their first preseason game as a deliberate showcase for teams that may consider trading for him.
- Richardson asked for a trade earlier in the offseason after losing standing on the depth chart behind Daniel Jones.
- His career numbers through 2025 are modest, with about a 50.6% completion rate, roughly 2,400 passing yards, 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions, which has lowered his perceived upside.
- Scouts and reports have flagged mechanical and health concerns, including issues with shotgun snaps and the memory of a 2025 orbital fracture, while a recent roster bonus structure makes him cheaper to acquire now.
- How Richardson performs in the preseason start will shape whether interest from teams like Baltimore and Tampa Bay becomes a real offer or reinforces doubts about his trade value.