Colts face scrutiny over Anthony Richardson's draft selection amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, selected in the 2023 NFL Draft, has not met expectations early in his career. Drafted after Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud, Richardson showed athletic talent but raised concerns over his accuracy and decision-making at Florida. Previously a one-year starter, his college performance included a lackluster regular-season finale against Florida State where he completed only 33% of his passes. Analysis of his play suggests he lacks NFL readiness and may require significant development. The Colts' decision to start Richardson raises questions about their overall draft strategy, especially given the talent of other quarterbacks in the draft class.
- •Anthony Richardson was the third quarterback drafted in 2023.
- •He struggled with accuracy in college, completing 53.8% of passes.
- •Richardson's performance against Florida State raised concerns about his readiness.
- •The Colts selected Richardson despite doubts from scouts and analysts.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — The 2023 Draft Scouting Report That Predicted Anthony Richardson’s Colts Failure
"The 2023 NFL Draft had a pair of quarterbacks at the top expected to go 1-2, and that’s exactly what happened. The Carolina Panthers selected Bryce Young with the first pick of the draft, then the Houston Texans immediately scooped up C.
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