7 hours, 38 minutes ago

Heavy ground game gives Anthony Richardson a chance to shine in Colts’ latest victory

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts drafted Anthony Richardson to be their franchise quarterback. Richardson threw only 11 passes in Indy’s 38-30 victory over slumping Tennessee, becoming just the third player since 2000 to produce 38 points with fewer than 15 passing attempts. “I’m just trying to do my job the best way I can.” While his stats have not improved dramatically since he regained the starting job, Richardson has made significant progress. And when Indy needed a late third-down conversion to close out the victory, Richardson did that, too — firing a 10-yard strike to Michael Pittman Jr. No, he wasn’t perfect. Speed were both inactive in Week 16 and it’s unclear what their status will be next weekend.. Two defensive backs — Jaylon Jones and Tre Flowers — left and did not return.. Indy may have avoided a more concerning loss when Pro Bowl LG Quenton Nelson hurt his ankle in the fourth quarter.

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Anthony Richardson takes crucial confidence-building moments into Colts’ bye week

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen never doubted quarterback Anthony Richardson would return from his benching a better player. “It shows the resiliency that he has even through some of those situations,” Steichen said before addressing last week’s long, time-consuming final drive. “We’ve got a four-game season coming up.” Whether Richardson can progress quickly enough to snap Indy’s three-year …

3 weeks ago

Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen took a big chance on one final play call Sunday. He put the ball in Anthony Richardson’s hands and the second-year quarterback who was benched by Steichen one month earlier made his coach’s decision look smart by running through multiple defenders for the decisive 2-point conversion. Rather than play it safe by kicking …

3 weeks, 1 day ago

Richardson throws for TD and runs for 2 with 12 seconds left as Colts beat Patriots 25-24

Associated Press

— Anthony Richardson is getting used to having the ball in his hands in close games. Indianapolis’ second-year quarterback threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Alec Pierce with 12 seconds left and ran for the go-ahead 2-point conversion, and the Colts beat New England 25-24 on Sunday when the Patriots’ Joey Slye missed a 68-yard field goal attempt as time …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Young QBs Anthony Richardson, Drake Maye bring new look to Colts-Pats rivalry

Associated Press

Indianapolis at New England Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Colts by 2 1/2. If Bortolini doesn’t play, veteran Danny Pinter would likely start.. Patriots DE Deatrich Wise Jr., who is tied for the team lead with five sacks, has missed the past two games with foot injury. The Colts have not allowed a sack in three games …

1 month ago

Anthony Richardson is out to prove himself yet again when Colts and Lions square off

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson looked like a different quarterback when he returned to the Indianapolis Colts’ starting lineup last week. “It’s just putting in the work throughout the week and letting it show out on the field on Sundays.” That formula worked perfectly against the reeling New York Jets when the NFL’s least accurate starting quarterback completed 20 of 30 …

1 month ago

Anthony Richardson tries to take another big step by helping Colts navigate matchup with Lions

Associated Press

Detroit at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 7 1/2. These teams were part of two joint practices in suburban Indy in August 2022.. Jim Caldwell served as a head coach for both franchises and led the Colts to the Super Bowl following the 2009 season and was fired by the Lions after going 9-7 …

1 month, 1 week ago

Colts give Anthony Richardson the starting QB job for game against Jets and rest of season

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson showed the Indianapolis Colts over the past two weeks off the field that he could be their starting quarterback. “It was, ‘Hey, Anthony, these are the areas we need to work on and see growth and improvement and he’s made great strides in those areas,” Steichen said. Richardson started Indy’s first four games then missed two …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

No tapping out: Colts QB Anthony Richardson has hard lesson to learn from the bench

New York Times

The title Anthony Richardson wore into the locker room Sunday as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback is not the title he’ll have now. “If he handles this the right way, he’ll be fine,” a league source said, and the team believes that with Richardson’s mental fortitude, he will. GO DEEPER As Colts bench Anthony Richardson, it's clear they're content embracing …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Colts can’t improve until Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson accept reality

New York Times

HOUSTON — It was an unprecedented leap of faith. Instead of owning up to his troubling day, there was Richardson himself claiming to be a “great passer,” as if he hadn’t only completed 10-of-32 passes, including just two in the first half. “If I make the plays that I should’ve made, then maybe this game turns out different,” said Pittman, …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts don’t want to limit Anthony Richardson, but his body keeps giving them reasons to

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson doesn’t want to talk about his injuries, but as the face of an NFL franchise, he has no choice. People gonna say, ‘Oh, injury prone, blah, blah, blah,’” Richardson said while seated one locker away from backup QB Joe Flacco, who took over for Richardson and threw two touchdowns in the Colts’ win. “I wanted to …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson hurts hip on latest hard hit he could have avoided

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson had two chances to slide and avoid contact during the first quarter of Sunday’s 27-24 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. So we’ll go back and look at it.” The Colts drafted Richardson with the No. Referee Land Clark said in a pool report that the officials did not call a penalty because the …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts leaning on improved defense and strong ground game to try to derail unbeaten Steelers

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts identified this week’s challenge long before watching any tape. “Everybody knows he’s a potential Hall of Famer,” Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson said. So, we definitely have a few things for him so he doesn’t get to the quarterback.” Indy’s best option would appear to be running the ball with Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, giving the …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4

Associated Press

Pittsburgh at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Steelers by 2 Series record: Colts lead 24-19 Against the spread: Pittsburgh 3-0, Colts 2-1 Last meeting: Colts won 30-13 in Indianapolis on Dec. 16, 2023. Last week: Steelers beat Chargers 20-10 in Pittsburgh; Colts beat Bears 21-16 in Indianapolis Steelers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Steelers defense: overall, …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson focused on improving accuracy following slow start for Colts

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson tries to ignore the glaring numbers everyone else is talking about. You know I’ve been throwing the football for a long time,” Richardson said Wednesday. Just let it rip.” Richardson’s ability to throw — and run — is what made him such an intriguing prospect that Indy took him with No. While Richardson’s …

3 months ago

Colts’ defense takes a major step forward by forcing turnovers and stuffing run in win over Bears

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts’ defense spent two weeks hearing critique after critique. And on Sunday, they finally responded by neutralizing Chicago’s ground game, forcing quarterback Caleb Williams to throw 52 times in a crucial 21-16 victory. You want to withstand, withhold and show who you are.” The Colts certainly showed they could problem solve after starting Week 3 bruised …

3 months, 1 week ago

Richardson’s inexperience shows as he throws 3 INTs in Colts’ 16-10 loss to Packers

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Anthony Richardson figures to produce numerous electrifying plays and youthful mistakes in his first full season as a starter. “That’s on me.” Richardson went 17 of 34 for 204 yards with one touchdown pass to go along with the three INTs. Indianapolis had the ball on its own 41-yard line for the game’s final play, but …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson shows off strong arm but lacks consistency in Colts’ 29-27 loss to Texans

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Quarterback Anthony Richardson showed everyone Sunday what the Indianapolis Colts learned while drafting him — he possesses one of the NFL’s strongest arms. While Richardson threw two touchdown passes of more than 50 yards and powered through Houston’s defense on a late 3-yard TD run in the opening game of his second pro season, it wasn’t enough to …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS EXPECTATIONS: The Colts have heard all about the streaks. To do that, second-year coach Shane Steichen needs second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson to deliver in two key areas — staying healthy and throwing consistently well enough to win. Richardson should have more help this season with all five starting offensive linemen back, 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor happy …

4 months ago

Richardson struggles with accuracy, consistency in Colts’ 27-14 preseason win over Bengals

Associated Press

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Anthony Richardson led a touchdown drive on his first series against Bengals backups Thursday night, but the rest of his night was a struggle. The fourth overall pick in the 2023 draft played the first five offensive series, finishing 8 for 14 for 86 yards in Indianapolis’ 27-14 victory over Cincinnati. I think it’s also going to …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson trying to show progression in 2nd training camp as Colts quarterback

Associated Press

— Second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson looks like a natural this year at training camp. Yet, Richardson insists midway through camp, he’s in a much stronger position to lead the Colts than he was in 2023. He’ll be playing behind the same five offensive linemen who started last season, and this time he’ll be paired in the backfield with 2021 NFL …

5 months ago

Colts’ Anthony Richardson surprises Speedway High School players with donation of football helmets

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson learned one lesson about avoiding concussions when he took an unnecessary shot and missed six quarters last season. The 22-year-old Richardson surprised the Speedway Sparkplugs by donating dozens of helmets to the school’s football program Thursday as part of a promotion with two companies, VICIS and Certor Sports, that are trying to provide …

7 months ago

Colts OTAs: Anthony Richardson relishes return; Michael Pittman Jr. avoids major injury

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson dropped back to pass Wednesday, rolled to his left to evade pressure and launched the football down the sideline. He wants to be physical, and that is what’s going to get him hurt.’ That’s not the case.” Colts coach Shane Steichen expected Richardson to be a little rusty during OTAs, evidenced by a late throw across …

8 months ago

With Anthony Richardson on board, Colts will look beyond quarterback in NFL draft

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — For Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard, this was a different kind of offseason. Instead of searching for a new starting quarterback or deciphering how free agents might conform to a new coach’s offensive philosophy, he remained focused on improving the supporting cast around second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson. So now, for the first time since Andrew Luck’s surprise …

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts got a glimpse of their future with quarterback Anthony Richardson in 2023. Two days after falling a win short of the playoffs, Indy’s players cleaned out their lockers and reflected on their accomplishments during coach Shane Steichen’s first season — and what next season might look like. “That’s going to be a really awesome sight …

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Surprising Colts control their playoff destiny entering prime-time showdown with Texans

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts weren’t supposed to be here, playing a prime-time game in Week 18 with a chance to make the playoffs. “One thing I’ve learned is how scrappy, how tough this team is,” 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor said after Sunday’s 23-20 win over Las Vegas. “We knew we had tough players, but it’s a different …

1 year ago

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — The ball felt like it hung in the air forever. 📺 CBS pic.twitter.com/s1eeobQG2I — Indianapolis Colts November 26, 2023 “We didn’t rep it live all week in practice. “Shane was like, ‘Did you get the memo?’ And I’m thinking Shane is just late to the joke,’” Franklin said, laughing. “So, I’m messing with Shane like, ‘Yeah, I need …

1 year, 1 month ago

Richardson’s season-ending injury changed the first-half equation for the resilient Colts

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts were supposed to measure this season’s success by Anthony Richardson’s development. “In this league, there are waves up and down,” Steichen said when the Colts snapped a three-game losing streak with Sunday’s 27-13 victory at Carolina. And heading into last weekend, Indy’s defense had allowed a league worst 28.6 points per game despite leading the …

1 year, 2 months ago

Colts’ loss to Jaguars highlights need for Anthony Richardson, but Indy can’t rush rookie

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Jaguars vs Bengals on Monday Night Football. “It’s definitely something I think about,” Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. said of the losing streak. So, I’m really going to look at those, hold myself accountable.” The QB committed four turnovers in a game for the second time in his career and the first time …

1 year, 2 months ago

Colts uncertain about the severity of right shoulder injury to rookie QB Anthony Richardson

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Colts aren’t sure how much time, if any, rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson might miss after leaving in the first half of Sunday’s 23-16 victory with a right shoulder injury. “I think when you have a dynamic player like him, and, obviously, one of his skill sets is as a runner, that’s what makes him really good,” Steichen …

1 year, 3 months ago

Colts are looking to end their opening day woes and start a new era against Jaguars

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — New Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen was willing to be patient with Anthony Richardson before naming the rookie quarterback his starter. “Running out of the tunnel and all that, that’s going to come, but me being on point and being ready — that’s all I’m focused on right now.” It’s been a crash course for the 21-year-old rookie …

1 year, 4 months ago

Anthony Richardson named Colts’ starting QB for opener against Jaguars

Associated Press

— Anthony Richardson’s first NFL start convinced the Indianapolis Colts that he’s ready to keep the job. On Tuesday, three days after the fourth overall draft pick made his pro debut at Buffalo, coach Shane Steichen ended the suspense by naming Richardson the Colts’ opening day starter. “I didn’t want to come here and make it seem like everything was …

1 year, 4 months ago

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback

Associated Press

— Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard knows rookie quarterbacks learn best from playing. “You don’t want to put him out there and he’s not ready to handle everything that requires him playing the position,” Ballard said. Then, eventually, he’ll play.” Ballard didn’t say whether Richardson must hit certain milestones or could make his debut in small, specialized packages. “When …

1 year, 7 months ago

Colts select QB Anthony Richardson at No. 4 in NFL draft

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson dazzled scouts in his first, brief action at Lucas Oil Stadium. General manager Chris Ballard bet big on the athletic, one-year starting quarterback from Florida by selecting Richardson with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft Thursday night. Stroud go second overall to Houston, Ballard phoned Richardson to say he’d be the Colts’ new franchise …

Heavy ground game gives Anthony Richardson a chance to shine in Colts’ latest victory

History of this topic

Anthony Richardson takes crucial confidence-building moments into Colts’ bye week

Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands

Richardson throws for TD and runs for 2 with 12 seconds left as Colts beat Patriots 25-24

Young QBs Anthony Richardson, Drake Maye bring new look to Colts-Pats rivalry

Anthony Richardson is out to prove himself yet again when Colts and Lions square off

Anthony Richardson tries to take another big step by helping Colts navigate matchup with Lions

Colts give Anthony Richardson the starting QB job for game against Jets and rest of season

No tapping out: Colts QB Anthony Richardson has hard lesson to learn from the bench

Colts can’t improve until Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson accept reality

Colts don’t want to limit Anthony Richardson, but his body keeps giving them reasons to

Anthony Richardson hurts hip on latest hard hit he could have avoided

Colts leaning on improved defense and strong ground game to try to derail unbeaten Steelers

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4

Anthony Richardson focused on improving accuracy following slow start for Colts

Colts’ defense takes a major step forward by forcing turnovers and stuffing run in win over Bears

Richardson’s inexperience shows as he throws 3 INTs in Colts’ 16-10 loss to Packers

Anthony Richardson shows off strong arm but lacks consistency in Colts’ 29-27 loss to Texans

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return

Richardson struggles with accuracy, consistency in Colts’ 27-14 preseason win over Bengals

Anthony Richardson trying to show progression in 2nd training camp as Colts quarterback

Colts’ Anthony Richardson surprises Speedway High School players with donation of football helmets

Colts OTAs: Anthony Richardson relishes return; Michael Pittman Jr. avoids major injury

With Anthony Richardson on board, Colts will look beyond quarterback in NFL draft

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future

Surprising Colts control their playoff destiny entering prime-time showdown with Texans

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight

Richardson’s season-ending injury changed the first-half equation for the resilient Colts

Colts’ loss to Jaguars highlights need for Anthony Richardson, but Indy can’t rush rookie

Colts uncertain about the severity of right shoulder injury to rookie QB Anthony Richardson

Colts are looking to end their opening day woes and start a new era against Jaguars

Anthony Richardson named Colts’ starting QB for opener against Jaguars

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback

Colts select QB Anthony Richardson at No. 4 in NFL draft

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