Packers predicted to acquire underwhelming $33 million Colts QB to compete with Jordan Love

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Losing Malik Willis in free agency unquestionably puts more pressure on the Green Bay Packers to add a quarterback capable of giving Jordan Love a run for his money in training camp.

CBS Sports’ John Breech is under the impression that an underwhelming Indianapolis Colts signal-caller could be that guy, prompting him to send him to the Packers for a 2026 fifth-round pick in his recent trade idea.

“The Packers have two fifth-round picks, and if they can use one of those to acquire (Anthony) Richardson, then this deal would make a lot of sense for Green Bay,” Breech wrote Tuesday. “Colts general manager Chris Ballard didn't close the door on a possible Richardson return in 2026, but a trade still feels more likely.”

“The Packers need to find a suitable backup for Jordan Love, and although they could look to take someone in the draft, making a trade for Richardson might actually have a higher upside. Under LaFleur's tutelage, Richardson could potentially turn into a quality NFL quarterback.”

An offseason split would do wonders for Richardson as he attempts to prove he can be a productive NFL quarterback. The perception surrounding Richardson’s talent/passion will continue to be negative as long as he’s a member of the Colts’ organization.

Joining Love on the Packers while vowing to never check himself out of a game due to fatigue (incident occurred against the in the third quarter during the 2024-25 season) would potentially help him revive his career at his next stop.