Anthony Richardson Sidelined With Shoulder Injury

2025 Fantasy Football Impact

It sounds like Richardson could be sidelined until training camp. Beyond the fact that a throwing-shoulder injury is always worrisome for a QB — especially one with Richardson's injury history — this will cost him valuable reps in his battle against QB Daniel Jones.

Steichen said previously that Richardson and Jones would split reps down the middle this offseason, suggesting that this is truly an open competition. Richardson's injury gives Jones a chance to get out to a head start.

We'll see exactly when Richardson is able to get back on the field and whether this injury remains a factor throughout 2025. At this point, neither Richardson nor Jones should be considered more than a QB3 in fantasy drafts.

Other Winners & Losers

All of Indianapolis' skill-position players — namely RB Jonathan Taylor, WRs Josh Downs and Michael Pittman, and TE Tyler Warren — would project for more fantasy value with Jones than Richardson. Richardson means a lower pass rate and worse accuracy for the pass catchers. And he siphons carries, including near the goal line, from Taylor.