About to embark on his fourth NFL season, what have been the main points of emphasis for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson over this offseason?
He discussed that topic following Wednesday’s OTAs practice.
“Really, everything, mainly my mechanics and my footwork, still,” Richardson said. “I’m just trying to make sure I’m consistent with that, and then I’m trying to take another step into like diving into the playbook a little bit more and just becoming an OC kind of.”
Both of those elements, the footwork and overall mechanics, will help improve Richardson’s accuracy. Through his first three NFL seasons, Richardson has a career completion rate of 50.6 percent, according to PFF.
Footwork is often the foundation for accuracy for a quarterback. Balance is key, but a quarterback’s feet must also move in unison with his eyes as he works through his progressions. Continuing to refine his overall throwing mechanics will be crucial as well when it comes to improved accuracy.
Keep in mind that it was only one practice in late May, but by all accounts, Richardson did look sharp on Wednesday. ESPN’s Stephen Holder posted that Richardson looked “really good,” throwing a “couple of dimes.”
Head coach Shane Steichen said that Richardson will be competing with Riley Leonard for the backup role.
As far as we know, Richardson is still seeking a trade, but that is not what he is focused on at this time.
“I’m not really focused on that right now,” Richardson said of the trade request. “I’m here right now. I’m just trying to make sure I’m staying healthy and keeping everything up there in the mind.”
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts’ Anthony Richardson reveals his top priorities from the offseason
Reporting by Paul Bretl, Colts Wire / Colts Wire
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