Anthony Richardson Mocked By Own Colts Teammates
Anthony Richardson Mocked By Own Colts Teammates
The Indianapolis Colts quarterback situation has generated significant attention following recent developments during their preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Riley Leonard, the rookie quarterback selected in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, found himself at the center of a sideline moment that captured widespread discussion across social media platforms.
Leonard’s playful interaction with teammate Anthony Richardson highlighted the complex dynamics within the Colts’ quarterback room as the team approaches the regular season.
Wild: Colts backup QB Riley Leonard made fun of Anthony Richardson for tapping out in the middle of a game last season.
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— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) August 26, 2025
The incident occurred amid ongoing speculation about the team’s depth chart decisions and roster moves ahead of the 53-man cutdown deadline. With Daniel Jones earning the starting position and multiple quarterbacks competing for roster spots, the preseason has provided valuable insight into how these players interact both on and off the field.
Anthony Richardson Could Certainly Use A Fresh Start
Richardson finds himself in a challenging position with Indianapolis after the franchise struggled to develop quarterbacks effectively following Andrew Luck‘s departure. The organization has cycled through multiple signal-callers without establishing stability at the position.
Recent quarterback struggles in Indianapolis:
- Philip Rivers (2020) – retired after one season
- Carson Wentz (2021) – traded after disappointing year
- Matt Ryan (2022) – benched during the season
- Richardson (2023-present) – inconsistent performance
The development issues within the Colts system suggest Richardson’s struggles may not entirely reflect his potential. Other quarterbacks have demonstrated how the right environment can unlock their abilities when they find systems that complement their strengths.
Sam Darnold transformed his career after leaving the Jets, while Baker Mayfield found success with Tampa Bay after struggling in Cleveland. These examples illustrate how talented quarterbacks can flourish when placed in supportive situations.
Several teams could provide Richardson with better developmental opportunities. The Dolphins, Steelers, Saints, Rams, and Browns represent potential destinations where he might maximize his first-round talent under different coaching philosophies and offensive schemes.
A longtime sports reporter, Carlos Garcia has written about some of the biggest and most notable athletic events of the last 5 years. He has been credentialed to cover MLS, NBA and MLB games all over the United States. His work has been published on Fox Sports, Bleacher Report, AOL and the Washington Post.
