Colts' Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones evaluate their play after six practices

USA Today

30-07-2025

Through six training camp practices, Colts' QBs Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones evaluated their own play as they each build momentum.
As the last two Indianapolis Colts' training camp practices have unfolded, quarterbacks Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones both appear to be building some momentum.
But how would each of them evaluate their own play over the last six practices?
During Tuesday's practice, Richardson was again efficient. According to the Indy Star's Joel Erickson, Richardson was 9-for-14 in the 11-on-11 periods and 4-for-5 in the 7-on-7 periods.
After Richardson completed just 47% of his passes during the 2024 season, his priority this offseason was on being more accurate on the short to intermediate throws. In order to accomplish that, he emphasized his throwing mechanics, a lot of which begins with the quarterback's footwork.
"I feel like I have been slightly more consistent when it comes to my footwork," Richardson said after practice, via the Indy Star, "but it's just me thinking about my reps that I've been doing during the offseason and just thinking about mental cues for myself. Just thinking about my base helping me deliver the ball and get the ball to the guys.
"That's really what I've been focused on – making sure I'm moving smooth in the pocket so I can get the playmakers the ball. So, that's all I'm trying to do."
Jones, meanwhile, was 8-of-11 in the 11-on-11 drills and 4-for-4 in the 7-on-7 periods on Tuesday as he continues to get acclimated to a new scheme and build chemistry with the pass-catchers.
Throughout his career, Jones has been a relatively efficient passer, completing 64% of his attempts. However, interceptions were more prevalent in recent seasons while the Giants' passing game struggled to generate chunk plays.
"I think through the first week, through the first few practices, there's always going to be a lot of growth and a lot of things you can pick up on and learn from," Jones said. "I think in this system, going against a new defense, all those things you're trying to learn as much as you can as quickly as you can.
"Where you are the first couple of days is not where you want to be. I think I've made progress and taken steps, and I think the group as a whole has done that. The last couple of days offensively it's been good to see some plays. I think the guys up front are playing at a high level."
As Shane Steichen has said, the most consistent of the two will win the starting job and there is no timeline for when that decision will be made.