Anthony Richardson to start against Patriots; Daniel Jones out for preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson will start in Thursday's preseason game against the New England Patriots. Richardson is expected to play the first half, followed by another quarterback for the second half. This is notable as he requested a trade after the Colts acquired Daniel Jones, who will not participate in the preseason due to recovering from a torn Achilles tendon. Richardson has had a mixed performance with 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions over his 17-game career, while Jones is sidelined after signing a new deal earlier this offseason.
- •Richardson to play first half against Patriots on Thursday.
- •Jones recovering from a torn Achilles tendon; will not play in the preseason.
- •Richardson requested a trade after the acquisition of Jones.
- •Richardson has 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in 17 career games.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Anthony Richardson to start Thursday vs. Patriots, Daniel Jones won't play in preseason
"Quarterback Anthony Richardson may not know what’s going on with his trade request, but he may be able to entice a team to acquire his services soon.
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