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Anthony Richardson advised to remain with Colts amid trade rumors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 1:28 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Anthony Richardson advised to remain with Colts amid trade rumors

Summary

As Anthony Richardson enters his fourth NFL season, NFL analyst Ted Nguyen cautions against him forcing a trade from the Indianapolis Colts. With Richardson's rookie deal expiring and the Colts having declined his fifth-year option, his development remains a significant concern. Nguyen believes that the Colts, who drafted Richardson fourth overall in 2023, are invested in helping him improve and would provide the best chance for his growth. After previously starting 15 games, Richardson finds himself in competition with newly signed quarterback Jones, who recently had a successful season before sustaining an injury. The Colts are expected to play the quarterback who offers the best chance to win this season.

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•Richardson is in the final year of his rookie deal.
•NFL analyst Nguyen believes Colts are best for Richardson.
•Colts declined Richardson's fifth-year option.
•Jones led the Colts to an 8-5 record before injury.
•Richardson started 15 games in his first two seasons.

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1:28 AMYahoo Sports — ‘No System Fits Him Better’ — NFL Analyst Cautions Anthony Richardson Sr. Against Forcing Trade From Colts

What they're saying

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Anthony Richardson is entering his fourth year in the NFL, and to say that his career has been a failure so far is an understatement. The Indianapolis Colts spent the fourth overall pick of the 2023 draft on him, but so far, he’s not even close to justifying the investment.
— Yahoo Sports

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