Anthony Richardson was supposed to be the future of the Indianapolis Colts. The former No. 4 overall pick lost his starting job to Daniel Jones last year, and is now the backup on one of the worst teams in football. Jones has struggled mightily this season, leading some to believe Richardson might get another chance. Unfortunately for Richardson, his recent off-field arrest will not help his chances.
Richardson was charged Friday morning with misdemeanor possession of marijuana. According to FOX59 in Ind. The charges stem from an Oct. 12 traffic stop when Richardson was pulled over for having an expired registration and officers smelled weed in his car. Richardson told police he smoked in the car not to do it in front of his children, and a small mason jar containing the flower and THC was found in his possession.
Indiana is one of the few states where pot is completely illegal for both recreational and medical use. Whether Richardson plays in Michigan or Illinois, he can buy weed at every corner. In Indiana, they will arrest you.
The Colts are on the road against the Minnesota Vikings and Jacksonville Jaguars in their next two games before a home date against the Dallas Cowboys.
Head coach Shane Stechen is clearly on the hot seat in Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard was fired earlier this week. The news keeps getting worse for the Governors, and Richardson’s arrest is the latest example.