The Indianapolis Colts have a quarterback dilemma. And not in a “we have two great options” kind of way. More like a “who’s going to survive training camp without their shoulder falling off or the crowd booing?” kind of way.

Let’s break down this spicy little drama between Anthony Richardson, the electric (and fragile) 2023 first-round pick, and Daniel Jones, the $14 million insurance policy who looks more accountant than assassin under center.

Who’s Who?

Anthony Richardson
He’s built like a superhero, runs like a gazelle, and throws like a cannon strapped to a rollercoaster. But after starting only four games in 2023 and still being inconsistent all of 2024 with a “shoulder injury”, he’s still more potential than production. He’s like the fancy blender you bought during quarantine you just know it can do amazing things… if only it would turn on.

Daniel Jones
You remember him. Drafted by the Giants in 2019, gave them some thrills, a lot of chills, and unfortunately, not many wins. But now he’s in Indy, looking to reboot his career in a system that actually blocks for him. He’s the safe, sensible option like choosing vanilla ice cream when there’s habanero-mango swirl. It may not blow your mind, but it won’t send you to the ER either.

Colts GM Chris Ballard said it loud and clear: this is an open quarterback competition. Both Richardson and Jones are getting first-team reps. The pads are on, the Instagram clips are rolling, and every wobble of a pass is being judged like an Olympic dive.

So who’s leading?

Richardson is back to full throwing after an offseason of shoulder rehab and beefing up his frame.
Jones is steady, accurate, and boring — which is exactly what coaches love when they’re tired of the drama.

The Colts' strategy? Let them battle it out. Head coach Shane Steichen has said the “more consistent guy” will win. Spoiler: he didn’t say the flashiest or fastest.

If Richardson wins:
Get ready for fireworks. He runs like a running back and throws like Josh Allen after three Red Bulls. Huge fantasy upside. But there’s injury risk and if he struggles early, you might be looking at a QB benching by Week 6.

If Jones wins:
It’s stability time. He won’t win you your league, but he could be a safe QB2 or streamer in superflex formats. Think Honda Civic not sexy, but it gets you there.

Fantasy Draft Tip: Take Richardson late as a high-upside stash. Don’t sleep on Jones in deep formats if he wins the job, but don’t waste early draft capital on this drama just yet.