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“Indy brass has been pleased with how he responded from the benching before Week 9 and how his attention to detail and preparation has increased as a result,” Rapoport wrote.

Richardson has been key in the Colts going 3-2 since he was reinserted into the starting lineup. Whether on the ground or through the air, Richardson has been making plays and earning the trust of the Colts that he can be their starter for the future. Last week was a perfect example of Richardson coming through in the clutch, making first downs with his arm and legs to thwart a comeback attempt by the Tennessee Titans.

“In last week’s win, with the game on the line, Richardson’s 10-yard pass to Michael Pittman on third-and-8 with two minutes to go to essentially ice the game was an example of the team trusting him and Richardson delivering,” Rapoport said. “It was a significant step forward for all parties.”

Giving Richardson another year as the Colts’ starting quarterback was always the right move and the most logical path forward for the team in 2025. Richardson is still only 22 years old and learning to play the position at the NFL level. While he has shown tremendous flashes, Richardson still has much to improve on, and the process was always going to be a long one for him to succeed.