Why is Colts QB Anthony Richardson struggling to catch snaps?
Colts QB Anthony Richardson offered a couple of possibilities for his struggles catching snaps, and deflected another reason
Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has encountered difficulties receiving snaps during training camp, but he has struggled to provide a clear explanation. Initially, Richardson attributed his struggles to the continuous rotation of new centers from the second and third teams he caught snaps from. The coaches were trying to determine who would be the backup quarterback.
However, quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Riley Leonard have not faced the same issue. Richardson, who suffered a fractured orbital bone in October, initially struggled with his vision, but he has since dismissed this as a factor in his missed snaps. The backup quarterback dropped five snaps in the third practice of camp on July 31, indicating the challenges he faced even before pads were worn.
Richardson believes the increased tempo and speed after pads went on made it a more live-game rep, requiring adjustments in his catching technique. Colts head coach Shane Steichen emphasized that consistent performance will determine who ultimately wins the starting job.
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