Richardson, the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, has struggled to establish himself with Indianapolis. As a rookie, he posted a 45.0 QBR in four starts, followed by a 47.4 QBR in 11 starts in 2024. The 24-year-old missed most of last season after suffering a fractured orbital bone during pregame warmups.
With the Colts expected to sign Daniel Jones to a contract extension and Riley Leonard showing promise as a backup, Richardson's $10.8M cap hit for next season creates a difficult decision for the franchise. ESPN's Aaron Schatz suggests a move could benefit both Richardson and the Colts.