Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson status being evaluated! Cignetti optimistic Rourke to be up!

[@surgepro322able]

Steichen could have held AR out for the rest of the game after tapping out! He instead chose to allow him to continue playing! Let's hold more than one person responsible.

[@jonesyokc]

Reich 2.0 is in way over his head as a head coach. The Colts need to press reset on the organization and bring someone in that knows how to demand results from his players. I don't know if he'd ever come here, but try and get Cowher to come out of retirement and run the organization as the general manager and head coach. I cannot imagine Belichick would come here but he would be good too.

[@KentSterling]

I think Steichen was stunned.

[@tyraildotson5008]

@@jonesyokcthose old school philosophies will not work, Bill was doing a terrible job at rebuilding after Tom Brady left

[@randyhogan6024]

​@@RalphKetchumvery well stated. This was exactly the point I was making yesterday when I referenced Manning getting his jaw broken on a hit he took and only missing one snap. His team knew right then that he would never quit on them.

[@toddsmith5894]

​@@KentSterlingcan't it's coaching malpractice to not played the second half that was a winnable game that we absolutely had to have there's no excuse for not making adjustments at halftime

[@armycolts]

I am with you, I just can't understand how someone would take themselves out of the game. I never did it when I played sports, didnt do it in the Army and still don't do it. Its ok to be tired, it's never ok to quit. I think he needs to sit and earn his spot, I'm not saying give up on him, he just not ready yet.

[@bryanprice1333]

@armycolts so you call taking a play-off to catch your breath quitting?

[@armycolts]

@@bryanprice1333 Look if you don't understand how wrong it is for the starting QB, your captain, a supposed franchise QB to tap out; there is nothing I can say to you.

[@vanmoody]

Late last week I moved back near Fort Wayne from Pennsylvania. It seemed like I was more amped for a Colts win. I was yelling for AR to throw it away at the end of the first half and for him to get out of bounds in the second. But he just didn’t listen to me.

[@johnodom3282]

I don't know if Flacco can salvage this season or not. What I do know is there will be wholesale changes coming in the off-season.

[@jamesross7675]

Amen change is going to come

[@Austin.Kilgore]

I mean the season is still absolutely salvable… we’re .500 currently.

[@SomeGuyo]

Why do you guys want to make the playoffs with an old qb so bad. The only fanbase that thinks they can make the playoffs and find a good rookie qb with a later pick. Stay mediocre Colts. Your fans deserve it.

[@benstacy3131]

Lets hope so. Or stop paying attention and money.

[@scottc3029]

@@SomeGuyo Why? Because Loosing Sucks!

[@SimpleManChannel]

I loved the video you accidentally posted, sounds like me when I make videos lol glad to know Im not alone

[@TheFtm22]

@@SimpleManChannel I did too. That should be a special offering.

[@WillErickson-1]

Yesterdays game confirmed by biggest fear about AR. His mind & mentality. I hope the front office sees this for what it is. A huge red flag.

[@MerryRugby-hk5bw]

I say bench him. Got life He is not any good at all Flacco from the start, I honestly believe we'd be 6-2 at worst

[@starman2337]

If Cignetti used the Colts' method of bringing back every player of a failed team where would Hoosier football be now? Where the Colts are.

[@bauttiet.h.u.g.5900]

A QB doesn't get so exhausted that they have to take a breather if they are effective passing the ball. 😐

[@YogiWonKenobi78]

I don't think Richardson has any potential quite frankly... Big and athletic,just like millions of other humans his age..💯

[@Tony.aussiecoltsfan]

It can only be Flacco now after Richardson left the field. He's 2/1 and would be 3/0 if the D had turned up at the jags game.

[@fearnogears]

Exactly!!!

[@GeminiMaddnezz864lyfe]

You can’t say he needs to develop if you going to criticize Shane being aggressive. Ar needs to be in those high pressure situations unfortunately he showed us that in high pressure he makes bad decisions. Can’t ever blame an int on the coach

[@hazeleyedsoul3282]

Welcome to the life with Anthony Richardson.

[@randyspringer6405]

I’m not interested in AR anymore. I’m tired of the talk about his being the future. I want to win now. I like the saying by Al Davis. “Just win, baby.” The future is now. Just take a good look at Coach Cignetti at IU. He had a vision of what he wanted to do, and went out and got the players he needed to start getting it done.

[@daltonmast9982]

College football is way different. College you're lucky to keep players for 4 years. NFL is the best of the best. I do agree ar needs to be benched but they should be using him in packages with Flacco starting. By that I mean flea flicker plays/ ar doing what he does and running the ball. Transition him to wr like pryor if he wants to carry the ball and use him as a dual threat. Just my thinking 🤔 at least until he's ready to be a qb

[@darylcarter2796]

Making that moment a bigger deal than it needs to be. Maybe just for a story. What happened to being patient as he learns and grow? Why isn't this considered a rookie mistake type of thing..if we're being patient with him. Why then expect him to be a seasoned pro? Are these legit questions?

[@MerryRugby-hk5bw]

Because he's a bum

[@HurshRoad]

I don’t think they are actually thinking of benching him. I think they are sending a message. Kelly handled it well. I think he is a hard worker. I think he is just young and a little immature football wise.

[@Joe__________]

AR having a 2* Captain badge on his jersey is comical

[@TheFtm22]

Kent on fire has made my last couple of days! Honestly, I have become a bit of a Texans fan because I really enjoy watching Stroud play ball and Ryans coach ball.

[@KentSterling]

Ryans is a very good coach. You are right there!

[@bonddude7]

I wanted Stroud after that bowl game but I can't root for them.

[@basilfawlty241]

Dynamism! One play he may pass, one play he may run, one play he may take off.

[@TJ_JohnsonMusic]

For the Super Bowl jersey: Dallas Clark

[@fearnogears]

I tried to tell you ALL the last couple weeks including the Host. NOW he lost you? 🤣

[@bonddude7]

The main question I have is: how do we resolve this AR issue? Bench him a game or do we need him to apologize and say it won't happen again? I don't like it, but I just want to actually know what can make it go away. It just kills all positivity (not much anyway) around the team when we keep talking about it.

[@KentSterling]

Apologies are for eight-year-olds.

[@bonddude7]

@@KentSterling So you're done with him or him suddenly playing great would make amends?

[@TobyNorthEN]

17:45 - "...word salad..." 🤣🤣🤣🤣 18:28 - AR needs to continue that statement with, "...and I need to get into better condition so I'm not gassed after running for three consecutive plays."

[@jonesyokc]

On the subject of guys tapping out, I remember an organization faking injuries so they could get exhausted players out of the lineup.

[@TheMillieSmalls]

Who was that?

[@jonesyokc]

@@TheMillieSmalls Patriots 🙂

[@carlosparets3509]

He needs to start playing numbers game over this aggressive game. Yesterday's game just before halftime gi ving away a TD. Ridiculous, We lost the game on this play. run the ball and go into halftime 10-10.

[@jasonfreeman1193]

Once again said very well Kent

[@danielhackleman2140]

Always wanted Anthony Richardson to be great. Like you said "a tint", but l still hope he is our great quarterback ( that was hard to say)

[@KentSterling]

Steichen appears to be standing by him. Better be right.

[@zebswebs3649]

I'll forget it, if it never happens again and grows after each game/season😅

[@ziggy1879]

You're not seeing this with the correct lenses. He is young and trying to do the right thing. In his head, he thought I'm winded and can't help the team. I should tap out. It was wrong, but he didn't understand that. He will be coached up, and never do that again. It was a sign of a young, inexperienced player.

[@randyhogan6024]

I've looked at it from that point as well.

[@25eazi]

Dude the QB has been the issue for years. If you don't have a competent franchise QB you can't win and your players will suffer from the lack of QB play. That's why the QB is the most important player on the field. WR's suffer the most from an inconsistent QB.

[@lawrenceulrich7839]

The jersey will be Bob Sanders😊

[@ziggy1879]

You said, you'll never understand the tap out. It is the product of a player with NFL talent but a HS player experience. Give him a chance.....it either will pan out or totally crash and burn. IU does not deserve top ranking yet. Duh, history matters. IU has been a toilet bowl for 50 some years. One year does not make a trend. Earn it over years of proving it.

[@popeye3305]

With the Colts playing the Vikings, it brings back memories of the great Fran Tarkington. He never tapped out. My Lord that man was constantly running for his little 5'8" life.. Although he did have a lot of defensive lineman tapping out..😉

[@Joaquin-227]

Tarkington ran and ran, it seemed like he ran forever on a single play. He would do this all the time.

[@MichaelAllen-dg1qy]

You don't see the offensive lineman tap out AR needs to be benched for rest of the season or suspended without pay for rest of the year send home don't comeback til we call you don't they still have bean .

[@kmac1766]

AR being “Held to Account” by Colts brass?!?!?😆😆😆Yeah, right. I will believe it when I see it.

[@mwjohnson2857]

Richardson was drafted on PHYSICAL traits NOT character or mental toughness.... IE Ryan Leaf!

[@Andonis77ags]

I feel like the biggest surprise this year is how bad Steichen’s play calling is. He fakes a FG and makes the opponent use a TO and we think he is genius, but he isn’t succeeding at a basic level. Without a coach, AR or Flacco doesn’t matter.

[@Jasonofindy]

Super Bowl Jersey guess: Dominic Rhodes

[@ColtsfaninVegas]

Maybe all the elite free agents over last summer said hell no when we called for their services...based on how this team is ran. Sometimes money doesnt talk.

[@jaymzdeen]

I’ve said it for weeks. AR isn’t a pro qb. Hell he sucked at Florida. He’s not going to get better. Flacco or bust

[@RowdyEben]

AR should be given up on, just as he did his team

[@cafultz92]

AR seems annoyed and it’s not a good look for him

[@Vevay1961]

Steichen should not have lied to fans to protect AR. If Steichen is lying about obvious things, what else is he lying about. He can't be trusted as his lying proves.

[@fearnogears]

Sounds like our Vice President lying about Bidens dementia.

[@stephenbecker5682]

At least now the heat is off Gus Bradley and the defense. To his credit, the defense is playing as well as could be expected, given the talent level.

[@farrukhkhan3165]

KENT finally gets what me and the naysayers are saying. Ballard and this regime has failed many times and the colts need to move on from Ballard. Suspend AR for a game withoit pay

[@Scherisonaudio]

Bob Sanders for the jersey.

[@jasonfreeman1193]

I play both sides of the ball every single play and kickoffs never brought myself off one play for exhaustion

[@mrsavant023]

Shane all about perseverance and hard work idk how he would turn a blind eye to him tapping well see if flacco plays primetime next week

[@CLo-ly1ic]

Thank you Kent!! I know you bleed blue, Its so frustrating.. I seriously feel AR realized during the game this is not for him.. I watched the game and he said something to Flacco while on the bench and the look on Flaccos face it was like AR said he can't do this no joke this was before he tapped out... I love the Colts but I'm calling it now!! Colts will miss the playoffs, Taylor will ask to be traded in the off season and the Colts will leave Indianapolis within the next 10 years.. Hope I'm wrong..

[@doodlebug4339]

If the Viking put a beatdown on the Colts with Flacco this week then what do you do?

[@KentSterling]

Start watching Pacers games and praying IU keeps winning.

[@Ryan78900]

@@KentSterling😂😂

[@fearnogears]

Wow & both Kent & Ryan give up on the Colts after beating ARs drum like they have? Sounds like they're tapping their helmets too... Weak

[@Ryan78900]

@@fearnogears Nope. I hope Colts start AR the rest of the way. I just thought Kent was funny

[@frederickmartini4738]

Oh yeah the failed hail Mary. We had 5 lineman to block 2 players and they couldn't give him enough time to let the players get down the field. Pathetic

[@YogiWonKenobi78]

Richardson was a mfn mistake... I say put Joe in,see what we can get for AR, probably nothing.... But go back in the draft 💯

[@billymoss9855]

Ballard needs to go. Picking Richardson based solely on his potential at pick number 4 is going to be hard to recover from.

[@The_Flamekeepers]

Ballard had to draft a QB. Who would you have rather him pick? Will Levis?

[@IsItFunorNot]

@@The_Flamekeepers the guy from Washington would've been nice.

[@nickhildabridle1612]

Ballard was going to screw up this up, no matter the QB or any player available at 4. Ballard is awful.

[@russelhughes1066]

How is it Ballard's fault that we throw the ball away 30 seconds left in the half at our own 10 yard line when the play before we almost threw it away.

[@billymoss9855]

His numbers at Florida were absolutely atrocious and there was no indication that he would be a good NFL quarterback. We did need a quarterback but Ballard rolling the dice on this one hurts and will continue to hurt. His current stats speak for themself, and him tapping out on that play will hurt his credibility with the team.

[@JDChannel79]

Im off the AR bandwagon. I wonder just what it will take for him go get people back on his side or can it ever happen. Its like Luck, I lost all respect for him the way he went out but what AR did I believe that is somehow worse or at least equal.

[@KingJeffrey-w9q]

Kent, what do you want to do and/or who do you like to start on Sunday night if you are the coach?

[@KentSterling]

I start Flacco.

[@The_Flamekeepers]

AR lost the respect of his teammates, his coaches, and the fans. I defended him for the passing %. Now he needs to sit until he grows up.

[@guby19]

I'm off the AR train I get it when a running back or other positions who run a lot tap out but not a QB this shows a lack of character and commitment

[@marksherman8473]

Gary Brackett-LB

[@Rob-c2z]

At least you have a QB in Chicago that knows how to play before getting drafted. You can build a team around someone like that.

[@fearnogears]

Even with the painted nails

[@stephenthompson6152]

It was 23 to 20 wasn’t it

[@LemuelNoah]

Joesph addai for the Super Bowl jersey

[@tomruseski2657]

Yes, Kent you're right on point - but a little late. You kept saying how AR gave Colts best chance to win. He was clearly the worst starting QB in the league by far all year. Any wins disguised his weaknesses.

[@KentSterling]

I am right on time. Wait for the evidence to reveal guilt before prosecuting.

[@tomruseski2657]

@KentSterling The evidence to me was the body of work displayed in 2024. Historically low completion percentage, poor decisions, horribly inaccurate on simple passes. I had high hopes for AR, but really would be shocked if he becomes a top 10 QB. Hope I'm wrong.

[@fearnogears]

He sure wasn't listening to his listeners with reason on ARs future

[@mrcharlesjohnson]

I don’t understand how Ballard still has a job

[@jasondavid3606]

I try telling you goes on this channel last week when Anthony only completed 4 passes the first half vs the Dolphins. I got a lot of pushback. Anthony has to earn it the job can't be given to him and it won't hurt to have him sit a game . I really don't think Jim wants to sit through a Primetime Sunday Night game and watch Anthony complete 2-4 passes the first half and then check his self out of the game because he was tired.

[@carlosparets3509]

Shane Steichen has failed the Colts the last several games with his aggressive play calling.

[@steveleep9008]

Howdy Kent, could it be that Richardson actualy had a "sore looser" - "I quit" moment since he seems to have been pampered to this point?

[@KentSterling]

I don't think so. When he came back in, he played like anything but a quitter.

[@starman2337]

If that fumble return counted and the Colts won, AR's tap-out wouldn't be remembered. Losing amplifies every incident.

[@BTOWNCOLTS]

I'm pissed off he threw that interception before halftime instead we lost the game I agree Ballard every opportunity to boost the team. We knew we were a 500 team last year.

[@AmanoSaddhen]

would Anthony Richardson be a better running back for the Colts then Goodson… What is the potential of throwing the ball in addition to running it, with Flacco, a quarterback? 16:37

[@stevenbreen7243]

And extra tap on your shoulder, I am 1800 miles away and I keep trying to win. Hayden.

[@dennisretroplays]

I've been so supportive of him the past 2 years, but as or right now, he should be benched all year and be given incintives for condontioning and training to even be given the privilage of a chance in starting next year and if he is bad then they move on not gonna make excuses for someone who quits

[@KentSterling]

the incentive for conditioning is that a player gets to keep his job and earn the respect of his teammates.

[@donaldshotts4429]

Bought IU from -7.5 to -7 just in case, but they'll beat Sparty by 17+

[@eddiefannin6177]

Hey Kent, Iv noticed he does that also, he’ll lay on the ground like he’s hurt and then all of a sudden he’ll jump up. is this game a joke to him? trying to screw with people is he? How would he feel if his little ass is on the bench next week.How’d that be!!

[@JamesMccormack-o4y]

Reggie Wayne #87 Jersey

[@peyton18goat79]

Super bowl jersey is Dallas Clark

[@ronaldmarbut8104]

What Anthony did was soft and unprofessional and anybody making excuses for it is babying him it's one thing to say it out loud in front of the camera but he did it with a smirk on his face like it's funny like bro you came out on a critical play and a critical situation because you were too tired yet you the youngest player on the team and you think it's funny but we lost

[@MichaelAllen-dg1qy]

Before the half why didn't they just take a knee take the tie to the half ?

[@donheatherly]

Dwight Freeney- 93 Jersey and HOFer

[@patrickomalley9784]

If I am Steichen, he is benched for the next few games, and runs wind sprints until he pukes every practice, to never check out!. First the tap out, second is the dumb throw from the goal area at the end of the half, third is the lack of awareness on the run at the end of the game to chose to not go out of bounds and fight for insignificant 4-5 year and keep the clock running. Looks like, his game IQ has been exaggerated by this staff.

[@KentSterling]

Figuring out how to use the rules in your favor is critical to winning in the NFL. That muscle in Richardson has apparently never been exercised.

[@TommyJackson-b8u]

He says, "I don't worry about stats."

[@robertbrentjr857]

Kent, hell no, you better support the heck out of your boy ar....you better be in the trenches with him...

[@TonyClarmont]

Not if your boy sucks

[@fearnogears]

Exactly!! All that content stroking AR...

[@Quinn37]

For me, on top of AR issue, Steichan is a dumb coach. Why is the game plan to turn AR into a pocket passer? ARs poor performance has overshadowed Steichan's regular dumb decisions. ARs performance is also on Steichan.

[@mikethompson7436]

Shane Reich was fine with it Sunday, so what's the drama 🤔 he should be fine with him starting next sunday. To many years gone by with colts players doing whatever they want with no consequences.

[@tyraildotson5008]

What years are you talking about last year Rodger’s was released for Gambling, McKenzie was lot go also, then Flowers got the ax this year for his performance

[@mariorod9783]

Pls flex the colts Vikings game. I don’t want to be embarrassed on Sunday night again. I’m going to get an ear full at work the next day.

[@KentSterling]

I feel you!

[@Jaybird4721]

Gary bracket

[@williamlowe2046]

Colts are done! AR. Is a bust! Can't produce behind the best O line in the NFL. Completely overwhelmed, panicking, out of breath! I assume the owner is responsible for AR being QB 1. Time to make positive changes before you alienate the colt fans that are still here. Athletic potential doesn't equate to QB. That's just foolish optimism. Let's make some progress and move on from Mr." I like these guys" Chris Ballard & " Will do better next time" Gus Bradley. What an embarrassment! Especially when you had Joe Flacco sitting there the whole time! He isn't the best but he is really good especially behind that O line. Colts suck by choice!

[@fearnogears]

AR ruins the O-lines rhythm

[@ToddLucky-z1b]

Steichen, Irsay and Ballard need to get AR in a room for a come to Jesus moment. Tell him he has one more chance (Minnesota). If we don't see significant improvement you will be benched.

[@KentSterling]

One more chance is a great way to lose a very important game.

[@ToddLucky-z1b]

@@KentSterling one more chance might be the kick in the butt AR needs.

[@TheMillieSmalls]

The jersey will be BOB SANDERS!!!

[@frederickmartini4738]

You know when he went out of the game from his sore hip and came back after halftime fully dressed walking around on the sidelines like he's ready to go back in but they decided to be cautious and sit him. It said everything I wanted to know about his character. Do you think for one minute Brett favre would have sat on the sidelines instead of going back in that game? There's been players playing with broken legs and remain in the game. (Youngblood) I think he's soft, or lack of heart

[@dequareioberry7658]

I told you time and time again he’s not the QB for this Franchise awesome kid just not that guy for this Franchise

[@claytonlewis2311]

Start Flacco and trade AR for Bryce Young straight up.

[@Ozai75]

What I don't understand is how all you talking heads crapping on a kid for making a mistake after repeatedly screaming at him to "Take care of himself." And then lauding someone like Luck who *did* actually quit on the team because he *broke his body* being dumb in the ways you guys kept blasting AR for. Also go and watch how poorly Ryan Kelly played and still come to me and say he had *any* right to call AR out. Considering it was his dude that AR had to throw off of himself during that play. And the fact that this supposed "Elite" line gave up 65% pressure and got AR sacked *5* times. (If it was Flacco it would've been 10+) That dude is more concerned about being a dad than he is being a Center, especially since Bortolini has outplayed him when he was "hurt" Now was AR right in doing this? No. It's a bad look. But it was for one play where it was 3rd down and 27+ (goal) when he'd ALREADY thrown a TD which had been taken away because Michael Pittman is playing the worst of *all* the Colts receivers and that includes AD.

[@randyhogan6024]

You made some very valid points. It's definitely not all on Richardson, but I wish he hadn't made the decision to tap out, and I believe hindsight is 20/20 and if he had it to do all over again, probably would not have done it.

[@naptown9672]

Dallas Clark 44 jersey?

[@MichaelAllen-dg1qy]

Chris Ballard needs to go i know his seat is hot

[@SavannahMay-z7l]

Anyone thinking steichen wants to start him, dont know football... If your a coach, you play the best player at every position... Obviously we dont do that, flaco is obviously better than Richardson... I dont believe steichen, has a choice but to start him, i believe if steichen did start flaco, his job would be on the line... Sounds like to me ballard is making this guy play because afterall it was chris ballard that made the call to make Richardson a number 4 draft pick... That's how i think...

[@jamesstewart8923]

U know I watched every game and it looks like he's throwing games while under center and then he said I was tired and I just praise him for being real hes not a qp in the nfl to soft like a fresh bake cookie

[@calebcaldwell3065]

Marlin Jackson

[@michellackiz3072]

Send him to florida

[@ericlitts9917]

Watching the infamous replay of the tap out, he coulda thrown the ball away and still had the same yardage after scrambling FOR NOTHING! He has absolutely no awareness. Im done with him. His clock management, he doesnt find the out of bounds, he cant read the defense. He cant make the layups. Im so done with him. He cant make 60% of his throws.

[@JDChannel79]

Here is a question for you Kent. After this season does AR have any trade value?

[@KentSterling]

No - because he has greater value to the Colts than any other team. No one would offer what the Colts might accept.

[@fearnogears]

ARs celling is Huntley like I said...

[@lordmegatron4789]

Dominic Rhodes