Tampa Bay Buccaneers eye trade for Anthony Richardson from Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reportedly considering a trade for Anthony Richardson, a former 4th overall pick by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2023 NFL Draft. Richardson's tenure in Indianapolis has been marked by struggles and injury concerns, leading the Colts to potentially seek a change. The Buccaneers currently lack a strong backup quarterback, making Richardson an appealing option. With Baker Mayfield's future uncertain due to stalled contract negotiations, acquiring Richardson could provide long-term solutions for Tampa Bay's quarterback situation.
- •Anthony Richardson was selected 4th overall by the Colts in 2023.
- •Richardson's time with the Colts has been challenging, leading to possible trade talks.
- •The Buccaneers currently have Jake Browning and Jalon Daniels as backup options.
- •Mayfield's contract negotiations have not progressed, adding urgency to the need for a backup.
- •Richardson may not require a substantial trade commitment from Tampa Bay.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Tampa Bay Buccaneers Trade Speculation Involves Former 4th Overall Pick
"With the Tampa Bay Buccaneers backup quarterback battle up in the air, trade speculation links them with former 4th overall pick Anthony Richardson of the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts selected Richardson 4th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft; however, clearly the selection has not gone as planned. After effort and injury concerns, a divorce between […] The post Tampa Bay Buccaneers Trade Speculation Involves Former 4th Overall Pick appeared first on HEAVY.
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