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Colts’ Anthony Richardson Trade Update Arrives Before Week 4

Anthony Richardson is still a member of the Indianapolis Colts. Given all the speculation and rumors, it feels a bit odd that he hasn’t been traded yet. But just being a logical trade candidate, versus actually getting sent to a…

By Billy Heyen · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 5:28 PM

Key Things to Know

The Indianapolis Colts currently do not want to trade backup quarterback Anthony Richardson, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Dan Graziano reported the Colts might eventually accept a late-round draft pick to move on from Richardson.
Richardson is serving as the primary backup to starting quarterback Daniel Jones in the final year of his contract.

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson remains with the team ahead of Week 4 despite ongoing trade speculation. ESPN insider Dan Graziano reported that Indianapolis could potentially move the backup quarterback for a late-round draft pick as his rookie contract nears its conclusion.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler noted that the Colts currently do not want to trade Richardson, who serves as the backup behind starter Daniel Jones. Fowler added that the New York Giants never contacted Indianapolis regarding Richardson's availability following Jaxson Dart's injury.

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