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Colts QB Anthony Richardson Receives Call to Make Massive Career Change

Colts QB Anthony Richardson Receives Call to Make Massive Career Change

Summary

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson did not win the starting job for the 2025 NFL season and is currently the backup. Former NBA player Jeff Teague suggested that Richardson, known for his athletic ability, should switch positions to become a tight end.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Richardson was the Colts' No. 4 overall draft pick in 2023.
  • He lost the starting quarterback competition to Daniel Jones for the 2025 season.
  • Richardson has been suggested by Jeff Teague to switch positions to tight end.
  • Teague compared this potential change to Taysom Hill's successful role change with the New Orleans Saints.
  • Richardson is 6-foot-4 and just under 250 pounds, fitting the physical profile of a tight end.
  • In his NFL career so far, Richardson has completed 50.6% of his passes for 2,391 yards.
  • He has thrown 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions and has rushed for 635 yards and 10 touchdowns.

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