RileyLeonard

Aug 28

Shane Steichen says Colts starters will play around 8-12 plays (1 to 2 series) in Saturday's preseason finale against the Lions.

Anthony Richardson will start, and play a quarter. Riley Leonard will play the 2nd quarter. And 4th stringer Easton Stick will play the final two quarters. "Just the rotation," was the reason Steichen given as to why Richardson is getting the chance to start. I'm curious how the appeal of using Anthony Richardson Sr. in some short-yardage situations would entice his chances of being the regular season backup. Teams can dress 3 quarterbacks in a game, but the 3rd QB is only allowed to play if the 1st and 2nd both get hurt in a game. Therefore, if you want to use Richardson in that role, he has to be the backup on game day. On Tuesday, Steichen was asked if Richardson's ability to offer something there helps his chances on winning the backup job. "Potentially," the head coach said. "Everything's on the table. We'll work through that in the next week or so."

Joel Erickson·Aug 13

Burks has caught plenty of passes from Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson while working primarily with the second team. The Colts have been reluctant to give him extensive first-team opportunities, and he has not developed much of a connection with Daniel Jones. Burks can align both inside and outside, and his upper-body strength could allow him to help as a gunner. However, he has also experienced problems securing the football, both as a receiver and while handling punts, which is a significant concern given the return responsibilities attached to the available roster spots.