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All Footballguys insights about Anthony Richardson
NegativeValueOct 24, 2026
Penix is rostered at 8.1 percent against 4.0 percent optimal, making him one of the chalk quarterback options the source would be underweight on.PositiveRoleOct 10, 2026
Sean Payton has taken back play-calling duties with Denver, which adds upside to the Broncos' skill players.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Anthony Richardson Sr. is cited as an example of a quarterback prospect where the NFL often chases 'upside' rather than focusing on floor-raising ability; the source groups him with other high-upside prospects like Mestemaker, LaNorris Sellers, Trey Lance, and Josh Allen as part of a broader discussion about quarterback evaluation philosophy.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
The source cites Anthony Richardson Sr. as an example of a former starter with fantasy upside when he plays, representing the third priority tier for deep Superflex league backup quarterback acquisitions.NegativeRoleSep 3, 2026
The Colts praised Richardson for his professionalism and improvement as a pre-snap decision-maker. He is the most talented quarterback on the roster but is likely to be traded. Waldman notes that cutting a passer like Richardson when Joe Milton III got traded from the Patriots to the Cowboys would have been foolish, suggesting Richardson could land elsewhere as a career revival candidate.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
Backup quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. has been underwhelming in the backup battle against Riley Leonard. In the preseason game against the Falcons, Richardson completed just three passes and took two sacks. In the team's first preseason game, Richardson threw an interception on a tightly contested ball that was off-target and had a fumble, though he finished with 11-of-14 for 145 yards passing and 53 yards rushing on six attempts with a touchdown. Richardson has been self-critical, telling media members 'Sometimes I don't throw the best ball.'