Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson ran a lethal uptempo offense for 33 snaps, showcasing a power run-pass-option in the first-half of Thursday’s 27-13 preseason finale victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Colts head coach Shane Steichen thought Richardson had a solid performance leading the offense and scoring on three of the first four drives. The Colts first round draft pick finished 6-of-17 passing for 78 yards and rushing for 38 yards on five carries.
“That’s one of his talents,” Steichen said. “To create those big plays outside the pocket. I think he had 38 rushing yards, but the scramble plays when guys are coming through on blitzes, obviously we have got to look at those and get those things picked up better.