Colts' Richardson Trade: Ballard Holds Out for Right Return

0:00On March 31st, the trade buzz around Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is cooling off fast. Teams like the Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington commanders showed early interest with General Manager Chris. Bathers says nothing solid has come up yet. Earlier this week at League meetings and Phoenix, Ballad made it clear no offers have pushed them to pull the trigger. The Colts want real value, not just any deal, especially after Richardson's camp asked to explore trades. Fans and analysts are watching close because a move like this could echo what the San Francisco 49ers got for trade lengths of fourth round pick last year. Trading him cheap just doesn't make sense for Indy right now. Financially, shipping him out would save the Colts $5.39 million this off season, but that's barely enough for a solid backup. They've got second year guy Riley Leonard waiting in the wings, though he only has one start. Still, expect movement before week one next season.

1:02Ballad is playing it smart, holding out for the right return that builds the team up.