Richardson Earns Backup Role | Indianapolis Colts News

Anthony Richardson’s backup role with the Colts is officially locked in for Week One, a major win after offseason trade rumors and a shaky 2023 season. Head coach Shane Steichen praised Richardson’s consistent growth during camp, naming him No. 2 behind Daniel Jones — who’s recovering from a torn Achilles — while Riley Leonard drops to third string. This move signals GM Chris Ballard’s faith in Richardson, who famously requested a trade last year but stayed put. With Jones sidelined, Richardson is now the critical next man up — a high-stakes role that could reignite his career as he enters his final contract year. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/57c0276ac09ef71b