Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has been fantasy football's most divisive player, combining elite rushing potential with sporadic passing work. 

But this week's injury report has put his availability and Colts status into doubt. As the 2025 NFL season draws near, Richardson's health and Colts quarterbacking situation are worth watching for fantasy owners. 

Here, we dissect the latest injury report, Colts quarterback depth chart, Richardson stats, and how it will impact his fantasy football future.

 

Anthony Richardson Injury Update

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson will not attend next week's team minicamp because of a shoulder injury, according to head coach Shane Steichen. 

This is a repeat of inflammation in the same right shoulder (AC joint) which ended last season in 2023 after he suffered a Grade 3 AC joint sprain in Week 5. 

Although the Colts have not indicated they will need a second procedure, the team is being cautious, with Steichen noting that Richardson will return at some point during training camp, which starts July 22. No return timeline has been given, so his status for the beginning of the 2025 NFL season is unknown.

 

Indianapolis Colts QB Depth Chart

The Colts' quarterback depth chart has Anthony Richardson Sr. as the starter, with Daniel Jones, Riley Leonard, and Jason Bean serving as backups. Anthony Richardson Sr. not being there for minicamp means Daniel Jones must be taking first-team reps, which will allow him to get tested in what could be a quarterback battle. 

Colts GM Chris Ballard made official that Richardson would have an "open competition" in 2025 for the position, and recent free-agency signee Jones will be at the top of his list. The shock can complicate Richardson's status as the expected starter, particularly if his rehabilitation from the shoulder injury takes longer.

 

Anthony Richardson Stats

Anthony Richardson's NFL career, while shortened by injury, highlights his intriguing dual-threat promise and areas where he needs to improve. Here is an in-depth breakdown of his play over two seasons, with some added context:

2023 (Rookie Season): 4 games, 4 starts, 2-2 record, 50/84 completions (59.5%), 577 passing yards, 3 TD, 1 INT, 6.9 Y/A, 87.3 QB rating, 136 rushing yards, 4 rushing TD. During his abbreviated rookie season, Richardson demonstrated potential as a passer with a solid 59.5% completion percentage and just one interception. His 6.9 Y/A was good for a rookie, and his four rushing touchdowns in four games spoke to his elite athleticism. The shoulder injury shortened his season, though, and reduced his sample size.

2024 (Second Season): 11 games, 11 starts, 6-5 record, 126/264 completions (47.7%), 1,814 passing yards, 8 TD, 12 INT, 6.9 Y/A, 61.6 QB rating, 496 rushing yards, 6 rushing TD. Richardson's second season was a regression in passing efficiency, highlighted by an alarming 47.7% completion percentage and a 12:8 interception-to-touchdown ratio. His 6.9 Y/A was the same, but his 4.5% interception percentage and 5.04% sack percentage show that he had problems with decision-making and pocket presence. On the ground, he remained a force, rushing for 5.8 yards per carry and six rushing touchdowns, including a 70-yard rushing effort in Week 16 against Tennessee. His 21 sacks taken in 11 games (5.04% sack rate) indicate he holds the ball too long at times, which adds injury risk.

Career (15 Games): 50.6% completion, 2,391 passing yards, 11 TD, 13 INT, 6.9 Y/A, 67.8 QB rating, 635 rushing yards, 10 rushing TD. After 15 career games, Richardson's passing numbers show a raw but promising quarterback still working on his accuracy and decision-making. His 3.7% interception rate and 5.69% sack rate are higher than league averages (generally ~2.5% and ~4.5%, respectively), indicating areas for growth. Still, his 10 rushing touchdowns on 117 carries (8.5% touchdown rate per carry) are among the best for quarterbacks, up there with peak Lamar Jackson or Jalen Hurts.

17-Game Average: 199/394 completions (50.6%), 2,710 passing yards, 12 TD, 15 INT, 6.9 Y/A, 67.8 QB rating, 24 sacks, 163 sack yards, 720 rushing yards, 11 rushing TD. Richardson's dual-threat production is elite on a per-season basis, but his passing inefficiency and turnover problems limit his reliability sans additional development.

 

Anthony Richardson Fantasy Football Outlook

The fantasy value of Richardson hinges on his dual-threat activity, i.e., his rushing yards, that have earned him 10 touchdowns on 117 carries over 15 career games. His 2024 campaign displayed improving passing to an extent but was tainted by a 47.7% completion ratio and 12:8 touchdown-to-interception ratio, which erodes his consistency. Shoulder injury and impending quarterback competition also take away from his aura.

Assuming Richardson wins the starting job and returns healthy, his rushing potential makes him a high-ceiling QB1 in fantasy, perhaps top-10 at the position. But the risk of re-injury and the chance of Daniel Jones' competition might thrust him to mid-low QB2 status. 

Fantasy owners need to keep his rehab in check throughout training camp and draft him as a high-upside QB2 with a solid fallback option, like Jones or another stable veteran. In dynasty leagues, his long-term potential remains intriguing, but there could be need for patience.

 

 

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