The Colts don't have the playoffs to play for anymore, but they still plan to start Anthony Richardson if he can make it back from his back spasms.

Despite fighting injuries and being benched earlier in the year, former Florida Gators and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has flashed enough potential to earn another shot. According to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport, Richardson is viewed as the Colts' “presumptive starter” for the 2025-2026 NFL season.

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The Colts are fighting to stay in the playoff race and will turn to the former Super Bowl winner with Richardson sidelined.

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According to Ian Rapoport, Anthony Richardson will be the Colts’ “presumptive” starting quarterback for the 2025 season.

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