With Colts head coach Shane Steichen’s decision to name Daniel Jones the team’s starting quarterback in 2025 over Anthony Richardson Sr. comes reactions from around the locker room.
Even with Richardson having a two-year headstart over Jones to learn the offense, Jones has quickly mastered the system, impressing some of his pass catchers.
“Smart football player. Very demanding at quarterback….His work ethic is phenomenal,” wide receiver AD Mitchell said about his first impressions of Jones.
Mitchell has been a standout performer throughout training camp. While he struggled early to erase issues with drops, he started to really come along as time went by, becoming a frequent target of both Richardson and Jones.
Mitchell also struggled to build chemistry with Richardson in his rookie year. The wide out from Texas consistently found himself open and cleanly beating his defender, only for Richardson’s pass to be inaccurate.
He’s looking to significantly improve on the 23 receptions for 312 yards he recorded in his first NFL season last year. Having a more experienced, more consistent quarterback should absolutely be helpful.
“(I’m) looking forward to getting the work in and just trying to build trust by being consistent.”