Trade target QB emerges for Steelers before NFL Draft

TL;DR

Pittsburgh Steelers are eyeing former Colts QB Anthony Richardson, who has requested a trade ahead of the NFL Draft. Richardson's dual-threat skills and potential could be a fit for the Steelers under new head coach Mike McCarthy.

Key points

Pittsburgh Steelers are considering a trade for Anthony Richardson
Richardson has requested a trade from the Indianapolis Colts
He was the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft
Injuries affected his debut season performance
Mike McCarthy is seen as a potential coach to develop Richardson

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The NFL trade landscape has seen a big shift less than a week from the draft, and the Pittsburgh Steelers need to be paying close attention.

According to Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard, former first-round quarterback Anthony Richardson isn't in attendance for the start of offseason training and has requested a trade, which could be great news for the Steelers.

Richardson, who was selected by the Colts with the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, showed flashes of greatness thanks to his dual-threat ability as a rushing quarterback with a cannon for an arm. But injuries derailed his debut season.

Infamously checking himself out of a game in 2024 due to fatigue and losing the starting quarterback opportunity to Daniel Jones in 2025, Richardson has been the subject of much criticism over the past few seasons. But if there's any coach that could unlock his hidden potential, it would be new Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy, one of the best quarterback developers of his generation.

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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers should target Colts QB Anthony Richardson after trade request

Q&A

Why is Anthony Richardson requesting a trade from the Colts?

Anthony Richardson is requesting a trade as he is not attending offseason training and has faced criticism after losing his starting position.

What impact could Anthony Richardson have on the Steelers if traded?

If traded to the Steelers, Anthony Richardson could leverage his dual-threat abilities under the guidance of head coach Mike McCarthy, known for developing quarterbacks.

When is the NFL Draft, and how does it affect trade decisions?

The NFL Draft is less than a week away, which heightens the urgency for teams like the Steelers to make strategic trade decisions.