Anthony Richardson Wins Backup Quarterback Job for Colts, Keenan Allen Stays Mum on Arrest
Anthony Richardson beat out Riley Leonard for QB2 as the Colts keep him behind Daniel Jones after Jones returned from a torn Achilles.
- On Thursday, head coach Shane Steichen announced Anthony Richardson will serve as the Indianapolis Colts' primary backup quarterback behind starter Daniel Jones for the upcoming season.
- Richardson secured the role after a training camp competition against second-year quarterback Riley Leonard, confirming General Manager Chris Ballard's assertion earlier this week that the quarterback would remain with the team this season.
- "I'm just thankful they believe in me enough to promote me to QB2," Richardson said of the decision. The team views him as insurance should starter Jones struggle with health or performance.
- The Indianapolis Colts open the season at home on Sunday, Sept. 13, against the Baltimore Ravens, led by MVP Lamar Jackson and new head coach Jesse Minter.
- Selected in the 2023 NFL Draft as the franchise quarterback, Richardson enters the final year of his contract amid a career marked by significant injury setbacks and performance challenges.
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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson named backup to Daniel Jones.
Colts announce decision on Anthony Richardson
It’s been a tumultuous few months for Anthony Richardson and the Indianapolis Colts, with his future with the team uncertain. However, it looks like he’s going to stick with the team after all. Richardson’s long-term status with the team has been in question ever since he lost the starting quarterback battle to Daniel Jones last…
Colts QB Depth Chart: Anthony Richardson Role Decided Vs. Daniel Jones, Riley Leonard
The Indianapolis Colts have made their decision on Anthony Richardson to begin the 2026 NFL season. Prior to Thursday, their depth chart was still in flux. It wasn’t clear which spot Richardson would get behind starter Daniel Jones, with second-year QB Riley Leonard also in the picture. But on Thursday, when speaking with reporters, head […]
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