Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is taking a new approach after being named as the backup to Daniel Jones for the 2025 season. Instead of viewing his situation as an end, Richardson sees it as an opportunity to grow and develop.
“I just can’t let me not being a starter stop me from growing and being the person, the player that I’m supposed to be,” Richardson said. “There’s still room for me to improve, and I’m proud of the progress I’ve made.”
Head coach Shane Steichen echoed this sentiment, saying, “He knows he needs to develop and learn in certain areas, but I think he’s got a good handle on it. He’s like, ‘I got room for growth there.’ And I said, you’re one play away. He told me the same thing.”
As the backup quarterback, Richardson will be expected to prepare and go about each week like he is the starter, in case an opportunity arises. He will also lead the scout team offense, providing him with more reps and a chance to continue improving.
Steichen praised Richardson’s mental approach, saying, “Growth is growth. You gotta be willing to learn and grow. And I’m willing to do that.”
The Colts organization has made it clear that they are not giving up on Richardson, and he seems to have taken their words of encouragement to heart. “He competed hard and he did make improvements,” wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr said. “As long as he keeps getting better every single day, I just can’t see it not working out for him in the long run.”
With a focus on growth and development, Richardson is ready to take on his new role with the Colts, and the team’s confidence in him is evident.
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