One of the most significant and debated narratives of the NFL offseason has been the quarterback battle between Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson with the Indianapolis Colts.
With OTAs underway and minicamps set to begin in a few weeks, fans are finally receiving the exciting updates they’ve been looking forward to.
Reports on Wednesday, when OTAs began, indicated that rookie tight end Tyler Warren was already showcasing his talent.
Although Richardson and Jones weren’t directly referenced, it can be assumed they performed well if the Penn State star received all the attention.
Head coach Shane Steichen has clearly stated that every player will have an equal chance to earn the position, and he is currently honoring that commitment.
He addressed the media on Wednesday afternoon after the Colts’ initial practice and indicated that Richardson and Jones will switch off first and second team reps during the summer.
“I believe that each year the fundamentals and techniques improve… I’ve noticed progress in these aspects since the spring and up to today’s practice,” Steichen stated.
This should be pleasing news for Indianapolis fans since Richardson’s mechanics are a major factor in his initial difficulties.
His most significant weakness is likely his erratic precision, yet we have observed from premier athletes such as Buffalo Bills’ quarterback Josh Allen and Baltimore Ravens’ star Lamar Jackson that adjusting your mechanics can lead to remarkable improvements.
Each of the two MVPs became significantly better passers once they broke down their mechanics to the base and rebuilt them.
It’s too early to know whether Richardson has made that large of an improvement or not, but this praise from his coach is certainly a great sign for the future.