Anthony Richardson free to seek trade after injury setbacks amid Colts' shift to Daniel Jones

Anthony Richardson Sr.'s future in Indianapolis faces more uncertainty than ever. 

The Indianapolis Colts granted Anthony Richardson, the team that used the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft on the quarterback, permission to explore a trade. His agent, Deiric Jackson, confirmed the latest development in the 23-year-old’s tumultuous career to ESPN on Thursday.

Veteran quarterback Daniel Jones beat out Richardson in a preseason competition for the starting job. Jones made the most of another opportunity as an NFL starter, helping the Colts win eight of their first 10 games of the 2025 regular season. 

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However, his season was ultimately derailed by an Achilles injury. The setback came two years after he tore an ACL with the New York Giants. The Colts appear ready to move forward with Jones, clouding Richardson’s future in Indianapolis.

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Jones is set to become a free agent in March, meaning the Colts must either use the franchise tag or sign him to a new deal. Richardson has started just 15 games in three seasons with the Colts, his tenure largely shaped by injuries. 

A shoulder surgery limited Richardson to four games during his rookie campaign, while a series of setbacks cost him four games in 2024. 

Richardson suffered what was described as a "freak pregame incident" during warmups last season, landing him on injured reserve after attempting just two passes in two games in 2025. He has thrown 11 touchdowns against 13 interceptions in his NFL career. 

Colts general manager Chris Ballard said Tuesday that the vision problems stemming from Richardson’s orbital fracture last October are "trending in the right direction." He added that Richardson has been "cleared to play."

Riley Leonard, a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, is expected to return to the Colts next season.

When asked about Richardson's standing with the Colts moving ahead, Ballard replied, "I still believe in Anthony."

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Zachary Levi reveals the epic battles, human flaws of King David in new Fox Nation series

Fox Nation’s original series "David: King of Israel" takes viewers through the thrilling and deeply human journey of David, who became one of the best-known kings of Israel.

The epic biblical tale follows David as he rises from shepherd boy to ruler and is regarded by Christians as an ancestor of Jesus Christ.

The four-part docudrama is hosted by actor Zachary Levi, known for appearing in "Shazam!" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." His narration is bolstered by historical reenactments and expert commentary as viewers watch the immersive journey.

The series premiered Feb. 26 with the episode "The Shepherd," which begins with David as a young shepherd in Bethlehem who kills a lion and a bear to protect his flock. Episode two, "King of Israel," premieres March 5 and explores the aftermath of David’s fight with the giant Goliath of Gath and his subsequent battles. Episode three is set to premiere on March 12, with the finale airing March 19.

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Levi said the story of David has resonated with him personally since childhood for its scale, and he feels it’s one many people can relate to.

"I grew up in a Christian home and reading my Bible and David was the story that always stood out to me as the most epic, the most amazing," Levi said Thursday on "Fox & Friends."

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"It can be difficult to relate to Jesus. David is us. David is a person who is called a man after God's own heart," he added.

Levi emphasized that while David is a biblical figure, his life was marked by moral struggle and lessons. He described him as a "good man" who made "horrible decisions," a lesson he feels is applicable in today’s society.

"Nowadays, we love looking around and pointing fingers and saying, 'Oh, what a horrible person,'" Levi said.

"But God still sees the heart in us. He still sees the child that He has, a beloved child in all of us."

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Beyond the spiritual lessons, Levi promised the docudrama would rival modern fantasy epics, adding, "It’s like Lord of the Rings in the Bible."

"You got giants and witches and all kinds of, you know, it's cool and there's massive battles, nation upon nation and good versus evil and all the spiritual elements of everything," said Levi.

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"It’s a really fascinating story, even if you're not within the Judeo-Christian lineage," he added.

Episode two of "David: King of Israel" is out March 5 exclusively on Fox Nation.

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