Chris Ballard further explained the Colts decision to bench Anthony Richardson this season and what led to his return to the starting lineup.

Anthony Richardson was benched for two games this season, a move that GM Chris Ballard said was necessary because "he was drowning."

The Colts signed veteran Joe Flacco last offseason in free agency, however, at least through training camp and the first part of the year, there was never a true competition. The starting quarterback role was always going to be Richardson’s job during that time frame. Flacco was there to be the backup and that was clear from Day 1.

Colts GM Chris Ballard says he will bring in another proven quarterback to compete with Anthony Richardson in the offseason

The Colts' second-year quarterback hasn't been able to stay on the field or play consistently when he's been out there

Anthony Richardson will not enter 2025 as the unquestioned starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts. Colts general manager Chris Ballard told

The Indianapolis Colts will have competition for Anthony Richardson at quarterback in 2025, said general manager Chris Ballard when meeting with reporters on Friday. "We knew when we took him it was going to be a roller coaster,

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard made a fairly telling admission about quarterback Anthony Richardson in his first offseason press

Jan 5, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) sits on the sideline during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Grace Hollars-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images / Grace Hollars/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Speaking with reporters on Friday, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard admits he's "extremely disappointed" with the team's results in 2024.