Colts GM plans to keep Anthony Richardson despite trade request
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Colts general manager Chris Ballard stated on July 28 that he envisions keeping all three of his top quarterbacks, including Anthony Richardson. This announcement comes after Richardson's earlier trade request this year, signaling the team's intent to maintain depth at the quarterback position. The Colts are aiming for a final roster that includes Richardson, despite ongoing trade speculation surrounding him. The management approach emphasizes balancing player requests with team goals.
- •Chris Ballard confirms intention to keep all top quarterbacks.
- •Anthony Richardson made a trade request earlier this year.
- •The Colts seek roster stability amid trade talks.
- 7:20 PMESPN NFL — Colts GM: Not going to just give Richardson away
"Colts GM Chris Ballard said he envisions a final roster with all three of his top quarterbacks -- despite Anthony Richardson's trade request earlier this year.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:28 PMSmith rues disrupting Jets with off-field dispute- NFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:20 PMAdam Schefter hints Jahmyr Gibbs extension could be coming soon
FootballNFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:11 PMJerry Jones and Dallas Cowboys arrive at training camp without off-field distractions- NFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:11 PMDaniel Adongo Was ‘Model Player’ for Colts Before Arrests Ended NFL Career and ICE Deported Him, Says Teammate (Exclusive)
FootballNFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:10 PMCommanders offensive assistant Wes Welker will work with the team's tight ends- NFL•Jul 28, 2026, 10:08 PMBrandon Aiyuk takes apparent shot at Kyle Shanahan after car accident