There will have to be patience in Anthony Richardson’s return in 2024.
Even with rave reviews of his shoulder rehab and workouts in the lead-up to the start of the Colts’ offseason program last month, last year’s No. 4 pick will be monitored in OTAs in the upcoming weeks. Maybe that continues into training camp this summer, too. And there may be rookie mistakes on the field. After all, Richardson played just 173 snaps — including just one full game — before suffering a season-ending AC joint sprain in Week 5 last season. There are many learning experiences that he didn’t have that he will have to go through in 2024.
All those factors hang over Richardson, whose health and play will define the Colts’ success this season. Their lack of significant moves in free agency represent a belief in his ability to elevate the team into contention.