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Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed that Anthony Richardson will remain the starting quarterback when he returns from injury, despite a strong performance from backup Joe Flacco. Flacco threw for 359 yards and three touchdowns in a loss to the Jaguars, but the Colts are committed to developing Richardson, their fourth-overall draft pick from 2023. Richardson has struggled with turnovers but shows promise with his yardage stats and is optimistic about returning in Week 6 against the Titans.
- Anthony Richardson will remain the starter when healthy.
- Joe Flacco had a strong performance but is still the backup.
- The Colts are focused on evaluating Richardson's potential.
Anthony Richardson | QB
Injury
Breakout
Week 5
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6 interceptions
- Richardson has struggled with turnovers this season, throwing six interceptions.
- He ranks third in the NFL in yards per attempt (8.5) and first in air yards per attempt (12.0).
- Optimistic about returning in Week 6 against the Titans.
Joe Flacco | QB
Pickup
Week 5
359 pass yards
3 pass TDs
0- Flacco completed 33 of 44 pass attempts for 359 yards and three touchdowns against the Jaguars.
- His performance came largely in the fourth quarter against a weak pass defense.
- Despite his strong showing, he remains the backup to Richardson.
Indianapolis Colts
- The Colts are committed to developing Anthony Richardson despite Flacco's strong performance.
- Richardson's injury has limited his time on the field, but the team remains optimistic about his future.