Indianapolis Colts decline Anthony Richardson's fifth-year option

11 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 1

The former No. 4 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft can now become a free agent after the 2026 season, entering his fourth year without a contract extension.
Richardson's early career has been disrupted by injuries, including a shoulder issue and a fractured orbital bone, while inconsistent play saw him lose starts to Gardner Minshew, Joe Flacco and Daniel Jones.
Indianapolis re-signed Jones on a two-year, $88 million deal with $50 million guaranteed, and rookie Riley Leonard also remains on the depth chart as Richardson fights for his future.

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