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QB Anthony Richardson, IND (5 Viewers)
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Footballguy
That was ugly
massraider
Footballguy
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bonsai
Footballguy
He'll be good in two, maybe three years, with the right receivers, especially those who don't rely on catching the ball with their chests.
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
4th overall pick in the Draft
Where is Indy going to pivot next?
This was thought up as a good idea by the same owner that hired Jeff Saturday to coach the team
Frank Reich helped expose the Colts and see to them bottoming out, he went on to do amazing work in Carolina last season
Try and remember what spurned the Colts to reach on him at No 4
Last season, everyone got to be a victim because the starting rookie QB who plays a style that is open to injuries, he ends up on injured reserve after 4-5 games? Couldn't finish them either.
What I'm saying is the Colts haven't moved that much from the team that looked like they were spiraling out of control.
They still are in search of their franchise QB and have wasted a lot of peoples time with this project they tried to embrace at No 4 overall in '23.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I seem to remember Lamar Jackson couldn't hit the ocean three feet from it when he first came into the league. While I've always pointed out how inaccurate AR is on short to medium throws, there is still hope with him. The Colts current problems are far more reaching. Their inability to stop the run reminds me of their Super Bowl winning year in 2026, where they couldn't stop the run, but when the playoffs arrived they were suddenly the 85 Bears, once they got Bob Sanders back from injury. Now this team is not that team and isn't going anywhere but down. They lost Buckner, Latu, and Brents this week to injury. Not sure for how long, but Brents' injury may be season ending. This team is in deep trouble for 2024. That I do know.
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
"The Colts current problems are far more reaching"
I understand how you wrote this but I think they reach up to the owner which was my larger point
This is another one that likes to have his hands all over the buttons and controls, he pushed for Richardson
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I think AR is the least of their current problems. Not to sound arrogant, but I think I know the Colts better than most. Irsay was responsible for hiring Bill Polian and Dungy and drafted Peyton Manning, so he has done that. He lets his GM and coaches operate the team and is less involved that you let on. Yes, I'm sure he had a say in drafting AR, but I'm not willing to say today that was a bad decision. People are quick to tar and feather players when they have initial growing pains. Like I said, people were thinking the same thing about Lamar Jackson his first year, and yes, I still consider this AR's first year.
TampaMike19
Footballguy
Remember when Blake Griffin missed his entire first year? Turned out to be pretty good.
IDK- the flashes and the talent are there but they are really doing a disservice not running a ton with Taylor.
IDK- the flashes and the talent are there but they are really doing a disservice not running a ton with Taylor.
FreeBaGeL
Footballguy
Not to nearly the same extent.
After starting 6 games as a rookie, in his second year Lamar Jackson completed 66% of his passes with 36 TDs and 6 INTs.
Granted Richardson played 2 fewer games than Lamar as rookie, but this year of course looks very different than what Lamar looked like in year 2, or even what Lamar looked like as a rookie.
In his first 3 years (38 games) Lamar never had a game where he completed 50% of his passes or fewer. Richardson has completed 50% or fewer 3 times already.
But the really big difference is that Lamar could stay healthy while running, and his coaches didn't have to protect him by asking him to tone down the running. Lamar ran for 70+ yards in 6 of his first 7 starts. Richardson's career high is 56 yards.
Again, the ONLY guy Richardson compares to and the only path to upside is Josh Allen. People throw out names like Lamar Jackson or Jalen Hurts but he's nothing like those guys. Josh Allen was similarly inaccurate as a rookie but again the one thing Allen always had was the ability to stay healthy.
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JohnnyU
Footballguy
Jackson completed 58% of his passes in 2018. My point is that I thought I remember him having issues on short to medium throws as well early on. My main point is that i don't think the Colts current problems are all on AR. They have serious defensive issues and now that Bucker, Latu, and Brents are injured, they are only going to get worse. That's your two best pass rushers...ouch. I'm not saying that I think AR will one day wake up and be accurate, but his overall game can improve over time. I don't know how they are going to be able to overcome the losses of those defensive players and they already have major issues on defense before the injuries.
Dizzy
Footballguy
RenegadeRoy
Footballguy
So you're saying it can only go up... right?x.com
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Gjallarhorn
Footballguy
Justin Fields 2.0
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
RenegadeRoy
Footballguy
Hurts had similar issues his first year and this is basically Richardson's first year as a pro. Not saying he's Hurts level necessarily but similar critiques IIRC.
I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
predict problems if they don't switch to Flacco. Ballard's gonna be bashed for a bad 1.04 but if Flacco wins and Richardson puts off-season work in, people will begrudgingly accept the bad pick. Wayyy too many GMs have been fired for less and usually over obvious QB issues usually discarding good work elsewhere on the roster. Gotta switch to Flacco....
Interesting..............it still feels too early to me, but I see your point.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
Absolutely no one said this after the game or on radio or TV. In fact it was an unusually popular game to review by all the QB gurus out there
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I never mentioned Fields, only that he needs to improve his short to mid range passing accuracy. I don't think that will suddenly get better, but I'm hopeful it will eventually. Yes, his deep balls have looked good.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
Yeah, sorry about that. I was trying to lump a couple of posts in my response. In addition to someone in this thread calling him Justin Fields 2.0, I have a football buddy with whom I had a similar discussion. I think as someone who really wanted Fields to work out, I am greatly influenced by his particular shortcomings. I also think that to some people, Fields is the archetype of "toolsy" quarterbacks that don't quite pan out, even though he still has a chance to turn things around. I wonder if there is precedent for QBs to greatly improve their accuracy in the NFL? It feels like Mayfield, Allen, and maybe a few others have done it. I think the league is better when we get to watch the Lamar Jacksons and the Josh Allens do outrageously athletic things. I'm pulling for Richardson, just not this week against my Bears.I never mentioned Fields, only that he needs to improve his short to mid range passing accuracy. I don't think that will suddenly get better, but I'm hopeful it will eventually. Yes, his deep balls have looked good.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
markrc99
Footballguy
I wouldn't know what any of this means, but I easily found this:
"While [AR's] numbers may appear to support Cossel, putting into perspective the quantities of blatant drops, lazy routes from receivers, and general miscommunications in Indy's offense is worth it if Richardson's inaccuracy is brought up."
NFL Analyst Has Baffling Take on Colts QB Anthony Richardson
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson hasn't had the best start to 2024, but it isn't as bad as some experts say.
And this:
"What has happened instead is the Colts' areas of strength have let them down in their first two games, like the inexplicably poor performance of a highly paid defensive line, drops by the wide receivers in Week 2, and even some head-scratching decisions and playcalling by coach Shane Steichen and his staff."
Why Anthony Richardson and the Colts' offense have little to show through two games
Curious playcalling, lackluster play contribute mightily to cold start from Colts' offense.
And some game tape...
"Lotta blame to go around for the #Colts in week two, but here's 52 seconds of pass catching disappointment from #INDvsGB"
Week 2 Colts vs. Packers Highlights: Indy is treating Anthony Richardson like Andrew Luck and it’s going poorly
A few plays from week 2
www.stampedeblue.com
JohnnyU
Footballguy
You can’t learn from the sideline, so get your butt out there son.
TwinTurbo
Footballguy
Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
great responseI wouldn't know what any of this means, but I easily found this:
"While [AR's] numbers may appear to support Cossel, putting into perspective the quantities of blatant drops, lazy routes from receivers, and general miscommunications in Indy's offense is worth it if Richardson's inaccuracy is brought up."NFL Analyst Has Baffling Take on Colts QB Anthony Richardson
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson hasn't had the best start to 2024, but it isn't as bad as some experts say.www.si.com
And this:
"What has happened instead is the Colts' areas of strength have let them down in their first two games, like the inexplicably poor performance of a highly paid defensive line, drops by the wide receivers in Week 2, and even some head-scratching decisions and playcalling by coach Shane Steichen and his staff."Why Anthony Richardson and the Colts' offense have little to show through two games
Curious playcalling, lackluster play contribute mightily to cold start from Colts' offense.www.espn.com
And some game tape...
"Lotta blame to go around for the #Colts in week two, but here's 52 seconds of pass catching disappointment from #INDvsGB"Week 2 Colts vs. Packers Highlights: Indy is treating Anthony Richardson like Andrew Luck and it’s going poorly
A few plays from week 2
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Flacco is injury insurance only.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Bryce has absolutely lit up their practices at times. He looks confused on the field. I believe his problem is mental or pressure/poise related. Today he lit them up as the scout QB. I'm past the height issue if everyone can tell me times he's been great at practice then fine. I mean people still say it about Kyler and I'm not blind-I see he's smaller- but he had the best half that maybe any QB will have all year and he's been doing it for years.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Richardson, to me, is missing things in his process. How do I know? Because I'm not a QB guru at all and a lot of stuff is usually over my head but with him it's not at all. Plant your feet, "sit down," step and make your throw. What was that a 4.5 step drop? Did you miss the open receiver in front of you? Why throw it high when he dives? Why low when his hands are up? Half-What little ol me sees is that a QB guru standing next to him and making him throw correct technique 100 times would fix. Drill this, drill that, there ya go. The other half- spend time with Gruden or whatever QB guru because something is "off" with your progressions. He missed this guy open, stares at that guy covered, and...he's just out of sorts. It's some sort of QB101 that the kid missed because he's a blessed athlete that could "just wing it" before the NFL. He should have issues the QB gurus discuss and I watch n learn about on youtube.
taylormeetstheismann
Footballguy
Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
My Titans, Jets, Panthers, Browns, was Bengals, Giants, maybe Pats....we know what Colts fans may not want to admit. If he busts there's a regime change and big roster turnover.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
If Flacco is like old Rivers was then maybe that'll suffice. The Browns have a busted huge free agent + contract and have stayed the course maybe thanks to Flacco.
Nothing stinks more than "starting over" as a fan.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Jim PlunkettSwitching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Earl Morrell was 38 when he started the fifth game on, replacing an injured Bob Griese, until the Super Bowl, in the Dolphins undefeated season in 1972.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
taylormeetstheismann
Footballguy
Jim PlunkettSwitching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Earl Morrell was 38 when he started the fifth game on, replacing an injured Bob Griese, until the Super Bowl, in the Dolphins undefeated season in 1972.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Good recent examples.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Jim PlunkettSwitching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Earl Morrell was 38 when he started the fifth game on, replacing an injured Bob Griese, until the Super Bowl, in the Dolphins undefeated season in 1972.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Good recent examples.
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Ok, for the elderly you have Tom Brady, Jim Plunkett and Peyton Manning. For the improbable you have Joe Flacco, Trent Dilfer, Nick Foles, Doug Williams, Brad Johnson, Jeff Hostetler, and Mark Ryoien, so anything can happen.Jim PlunkettSwitching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Earl Morrell was 38 when he started the fifth game on, replacing an injured Bob Griese, until the Super Bowl, in the Dolphins undefeated season in 1972.Switching to Flacco doesn't really accomplish anything. Its the same or worse as the Panthers switching to Dalton. To his credit, he's in his 17th season. But if he starts, you may as well just fast forward to next season. Let's see how Richardson does over the next 2 home games.I'm not saying give up on this guy.And yet, in week one, he may have had the best throw we will see all year. As someone who agonized over Justin Fields' play while he was a Bear, I think Richardson can be better. His accuracy is really off at the moment but he still looks better to me than Fields when it comes to reading the field and pulling the trigger, even if only marginally better I think that matters. I have no interest in this but if I were the Colts, I would be a long way from giving up on this guy.Yes, his short to mid range passing accuracy is atrocious.
My theme has been he's a lot like Malik. Richardson is cooler calmed and that's notable but otherwise....he's gotta go on Malik's path and spend his off-season with QB gurus and put the work in. (Not to say Malik is great or any positives other than he has clearly set a pattern for others to follow for off-season work)
Most people don't realize how closely they're comment could be Joe Milton's.
I think the Colts have a pretty good team with some pieces and an impressive GM. I would
Gotta switch to Flacco....
I still think he has huge potential. Whereas it was clear even before the draft that Bryce Young was way too small. His story is far from finished as well, but I think the Colts are in a much better situation with Richardson.
Flacco and Dalton are just tackle dummies. Good ones for sure but what are the odds of them leading a team to a championship?
Good recent examples.
His passing abilities are not going to be the driving force behind many victories. He has to be an effective runner to be an effective quarterback!
There are quite a few QBs in the league now who were either very high draft picks and/or have colossal contracts they can’t live up to. Their fan base is now debating whether they’re “salvageable” or not (Trevor Lawrence, Tua, Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Deshaun Watson, Bo Nix, Will Levis, Bryce Young, Caleb Williams). And some teams have drained salary caps for years because of their guaranteed contracts. Not saying Richardson won’t be a fine quarterback, but there’s reason for concern.
There are quite a few QBs in the league now who were either very high draft picks and/or have colossal contracts they can’t live up to. Their fan base is now debating whether they’re “salvageable” or not (Trevor Lawrence, Tua, Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Deshaun Watson, Bo Nix, Will Levis, Bryce Young, Caleb Williams). And some teams have drained salary caps for years because of their guaranteed contracts. Not saying Richardson won’t be a fine quarterback, but there’s reason for concern.
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