The Indianapolis Colts and quarterback Anthony Richardson appear to be on the verge of parting ways this offseason. Yet, the buzz around the 2023 No. 4 overall pick isn't exactly electric. Trade discussions for Richardson have been notably quiet.
Word from insider Jason La Canfora indicates that the Colts have given Richardson the green light to explore trade options. However, interest has been lukewarm, which aligns with expectations.
Before the Kansas City Chiefs snagged Justin Fields from the New York Jets, they reportedly had their eyes on Richardson. The Jacksonville Jaguars and Green Bay Packers were also mentioned as potential destinations.
Some insiders believed Andy Reid and the Chiefs could have been a fit, while others thought Jacksonville might be a sensible choice. However, with Kansas City securing Fields and the complexities of an in-division trade with the Jaguars, those options seem off the table.
Green Bay, on the other hand, emerges as a plausible landing spot. With Malik Willis heading to the Miami Dolphins in free agency, the Packers are in need of a backup quarterback. Bringing in Richardson to support Jordan Love could be a strategic move.
The Packers have been linked to Richardson by Colts team reporter Stephen Holder, and with Matt LaFleur at the helm, Green Bay offers a promising environment for the Florida product to hone his skills.