The Indianapolis Colts are going back to quarterback Anthony Richardson for the rest of the 2024 NFL season, coach Shane Steichen announced Wednesday.
This marks a reversal from just two days ago when Steichen said Joe Flacco would start against the New York Jets in Week 11. Indianapolis has decided to instead start Richardson for the remainder of the season.
“We’ve made it very clear to him that he’s our quarterback going forward,” Steichen said before the Colts practiced on Wednesday.
Richardson, 22, went 3-3 as a starter to begin the year. He completed 44.4% of his passes for 958 yards with four touchdowns against seven interceptions. Richardson also rushed 41 times for 242 yards and a touchdown.
Flacco, 39, went 1-3 as a starter over the last four weeks. The veteran completed 66.5% of his passes for 1,167 yards with nine touchdowns against five interceptions.
Indy’s decision could impact the Denver Broncos (5-5) as the Colts (4-6) are competing for a wild card spot in the AFC playoffs. Denver will host Indianapolis at Empower Field at Mile High in Week 15 on Dec. 15.
