After Colts Give Anthony Richardson Permission To Seek Trade, Where Will He Land?

The Indianapolis Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson permission to seek a trade.

This will allow Richardson’s agent, Deiric Jackson, to speak with the GMs of other teams to persuade them to make a trade for Richardson. Richardson is represented by Legacy Sports. 

Richardson was drafted by the Colts with the No. 4 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. He was one of three QBs drafted in the first round that season, along with Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud. 

Richardson started the 2023 season as the Colts’ starting QB. However, after four mediocre performances, he was benched for Gardner Minshew.

He was the starting QB for the 2024 season as well. He threw eight touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 11 games. Injuries and inconsistencies from Richardson allowed Joe Flacco to play six games. 

Heading into the 2025 season, Richardson was expected to compete with Daniel Jones for the starting spot. Jones won the starting spot out of training camp. He led the team to an 8-5 record before tearing his Achilles. Even after Jones was injured, the Colts chose to start 2025 draft pick Will Leonard instead. Richardson played in two games and made just two passes. 

Richardson has thrown 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in three seasons. ESPN reported that the Colts intend to try to re-sign Jones in free agency. There seems to be no spot for Richardson on the roster anymore. 

The New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers are two teams looking for QBs. The Steelers started Aaron Rodgers last season, who has yet to commit to playing in 2026. Meanwhile, the Jets started a revolving door of QBs, which included Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor and Brady Cook. 

The NFL offseason officially begins on March 11. Although teams can agree to trades before this date, they will not be officially approved.