Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is back with the team after a year-long absence, raising questions about whether he will reclaim the starting job. The 2023 first-round pick missed the entire 2025 season, and his return adds a new layer to the Colts' quarterback situation heading into the latter part of the 2026 campaign.
Richardson, selected fourth overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, showed flashes of his dual-threat ability during his rookie season before being sidelined. The Colts have since turned to other options under center, but the organization has consistently expressed long-term belief in Richardson's potential.
Head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard have not publicly committed to Richardson as the immediate starter. The team's current quarterback depth chart and recent performance will likely determine the timeline for his return to game action.
