Colts Pass on Richardson's Option, Future Uncertain

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The Indianapolis Colts have decided not to exercise the fifth-year option for quarterback Anthony Richardson, their 2023 draft pick, potentially saving $22.5 million. Richardson, who lost the starting job to Daniel Jones in training camp and suffered a fractured orbital bone, has requested a trade but none has materialized. The Colts have been impressed w…

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The Indianapolis Colts have decided not to exercise the fifth-year option for quarterback Anthony Richardson, their 2023 draft pick, potentially saving $22.5 million. Richardson, who lost the starting job to Daniel Jones in training camp and suffered a fractured orbital bone, has requested a trade but none has materialized. The Colts have been impressed with rookie Riley Leonard, who has been taking starter reps during Joness recovery from a torn Achilles. Richardsons future with the team remain

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