Colts predictions at NFL midseason: Anthony Richardson won’t start again this year
New York TimesThe Indianapolis Colts are just past the halfway mark in a 2024 campaign that has already featured a few fireworks, most notably a stunning QB change. Anthony Richardson won’t start again this season When Colts coach Shane Steichen benched Richardson in favor of 39-year-old Joe Flacco, that was the nail in the coffin of Richardson’s reign as QB1 this season. Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard will keep their jobs Assuming the Colts miss the playoffs amid Richardson’s benching, this season will serve as black eyes on the resumes of Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard. GO DEEPER Silver: Colts GM Chris Ballard has failed to live up to the team's bold promises Steichen is only two years into his tenure, so it’s more understandable not to pull the plug on him, despite the plug being pulled on Richardson less than two years into his tenure. #Colts HC Shane Steichen on WR Josh Downs’ separation: “He is one of the smartest, cerebral players I’ve ever been around as a young player.