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Colts decline Anthony Richardson's fifth-year option, setting former No. 4 overall pick up for free agency
Indianapolis Colts declined quarterback Anthony Richardson's fifth-year option after a tumultuous start to his NFL career marked by injuries and benchings. This cluster currently includes 2 articles from 2 sources.
This cluster currently includes 2 articles from 2 sources. Sources in this event include Fox News, New York Post.
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Colts decline Anthony Richardson's fifth-year option, setting former No. 4 overall pick up for free agency
The Indianapolis Colts have declined quarterback Anthony Richardson’s fifth-year option. Richardson, the team’s No. 4 overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft , is headed for free agency after the 2026 season. The move was one many viewed as inevitable considering the tumultuous start Richardson has had to his NFL career.
Colts won’t pick up Anthony Richardson’s fifth-year option as trade questions loom
Don’t expect Anthony Richardson’s time with the Colts to continue for much longer. The Colts will not be exercising the fifth-year option on Richardson’s rookie contract, Fox 59 reported Thursday. General manager Chris Ballard told reporters Saturday that he “hadn’t given too much thought” to Richardson’s fifth-year.