At 2-6, why is Shane Steichen sticking with Daniel Jones?
With the Colts at 2-6, questions are being raised about why coach Shane Steichen continues to start Daniel Jones over Anthony Richardson Sr.
Anthony Richardson Sr. Start or sit, Week 9
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Week 9
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Dallas Cowboys
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Anthony Richardson Sr.: quick answers
- Who does Anthony Richardson Sr. play in week 9?
- Anthony Richardson Sr. faces Dallas Cowboys with the Indianapolis Colts.
- Is Anthony Richardson Sr. injured?
- Anthony Richardson Sr. has no injury designation right now.
- What is Anthony Richardson Sr.'s DraftKings salary?
- $4,000 for week 9.
What's happening with Anthony Richardson Sr.
With Indianapolis sitting at 2-6, scrutiny is mounting over Shane Steichen's decision to keep starting Daniel Jones ahead of Richardson. The coaching staff's continued backing of Jones has fueled outside questions about Richardson's path back to the field as the Colts search for answers during a losing stretch.
Source:Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
With the Colts sitting at 2-3, some analysts have floated the idea of benching Daniel Jones in favor of Anthony Richardson Sr. amid concerns over Jones' inconsistent play through five games. No decision has been made, and the team may wait to see if the struggles continue before considering a change at quarterback.
Reported byYahoo Sports,Stampede BlueOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Latest Sr. news
ESPN writer believes Colts should play QB Anthony Richardson Sr.
ESPN's Ben Solak argued the 2-3 Colts should turn to backup Anthony Richardson Sr. at quarterback given Daniel Jones' inconsistent play through five games.
ESPN writer believes Colts should play QB Anthony Richardson Sr.
A Yahoo Sports piece suggests it may be premature for the Colts to bench Daniel Jones for Anthony Richardson Sr., though that could change if the team keeps struggling.