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Fact check: If Anthony Richardson doesn't show significant improvement in the 2025 season, he will be done as a starting QB in the NFL for the foreseeable future.
1. Summary of the results
The statement about Anthony Richardson's future oversimplifies a complex situation. While Richardson had significant struggles in 2024, including an NFL-worst 44.4% completion percentage that led to his benching in Week 9 [1], he showed promising signs of improvement after being reinstated, completing 67% of his passes and leading game-winning drives [1]. His overall 2024 statistics were concerning: 47.7% completion rate, 1,814 passing yards, 8 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, and 9 fumbles [2].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
Several crucial contextual factors are missing from the original statement:
- Team Support: Richardson needs better offensive weapons and improved play-calling to succeed [3]
- Development Potential: Sources suggest he could become an MVP candidate if he improves his passing accuracy to around 60% [4]
- Team Commitment: The Colts are committed to Richardson for 2025 as their only viable path forward [4]
- Current Performance Context: While his 211.7 passing yards per game ranked 27th in the league [5], he showed significant improvement late in the season [1]
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original statement presents several problematic assumptions:
- It suggests an absolute outcome ("will be done"), when NFL careers are rarely that definitive
- It ignores the team's investment in Richardson - the Colts are committed to his development [4]
- It overlooks his late-season improvement - completing 67% of passes and leading game-winning drives against the Jets and Patriots [1]
- It disregards external factors affecting quarterback performance, such as offensive support and play-calling quality [3]
The statement benefits those who might want to create controversy around Richardson's future, while potentially undermining the Colts' stated commitment to their young quarterback's development.