INDIANAPOLISINDIANAPOLIS – Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson became the second-youngest player in NFL history to command a franchise at quarterback in the season opener, scoring touchdowns at Lucas Oil Stadium on the ground and through the air in the 31-21 Week 1 loss to the reigning AFC South champion Jacksonville Jaguars.
Indianapolis has not won a season opener in a decade, but premiered a revamped offense under first-year head coach Shane Steichen. Richardson mentioned his pre-game routine is to show up early and go through the script to get his body and mind in game mode. The 21-year old felt an emotional roller coaster during his debut, balancing hyped pre-game feelings while trying to stay focused on the mission at hand.