Richardson Plays Colts Preseason Amid Trade Uncertainty

Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson remains unsure about his February trade request, saying he hasn’t recent discussions with his agent or the team about it. He is set to play in the upcoming preseason after nearly 600 days since a meaningful NFL snap, hoping to showcase his abilities and regain rhythm after adjusting to new centers and tempo. Richardson will share quarterback duties with Riley Leonard in the preseason as he competes for the No. 2 role behind Daniel Jones, while still recovering from a freak orbital injury he sustained last season. Team officials have indicated the trade request is not officially rescinded, and questions persist about his long-term role with Indianapolis. The Colts appear intent on keeping Richardson, Leonard, and Jones as three quarterbacks into the regular season, with the trade market and any potential injuries potentially altering that balance. A strong preseason showing could spark renewed interest in a trade or solidify Richardson’s position, but the current path remains uncertain as he works to prove himself.