Rams Trade for Colts' Richardson: Low Risk, High Reward

0:00On April 22nd, the Los Angeles Rams are back in the mix for a trade with Indianapolis Colts quarterback, Anthony Richardson. With Jimmy Garabolo-Iing retirement, they need a solid backup behind Matthew Stafford, and current option Stetson Bennett just ain't cutting in. Richardson, the former fourth overall pick, brings elite athleticism despite his passing struggles. Colts handed the starting gate to Daniel Jones last season, extending him and Benching Richardson after just two games and two pass attempts. Richardson fired back by requesting a trade and skipping voluntary offseason workouts this year. For Indy, he's clearly yesterday's news, making him a prime by-low candidate. Fans and analysts see his running game as a game changer, with 635 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns over 15 starts. Sure, his 11 passing touchdowns against 13 picks screen bust, but that Lamar Jackson's speed gives him real reclamation of side-overscaping. Free agency, drafting help is tricky too, unless the Rams trade up for someone like Ty Simpson in Round 2 or

1:03grab Garrett Newsmeyer late in Round 3. But those are marginal upgrades at best. Richardson offers NFL experience on a prove-it-one-year deal, since his $22.5 million 50-year option for next season is A, likely pass. So, bottom line. At a low cost like a sixth-round pick, the Rams could strike gold-rolling the dice on those wheels, while the Colts cash in quick before. He sits longer.