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Busts We Are Avoiding on the Colts
We asked the Footballguys staff to identify a player they're uncomfortable drafting at their current price.
- QB Anthony Richardson - 5 votes
- WR Adonai Mitchell - 4 votes
- EDGE Laiatu Latu - 2 votes
- WR Michael Pittman Jr - 2 votes
- Any Tight End - 1 vote
Reasons Anthony Richardson Could Be a Bust
- Jason Wood: He's only slightly overvalued if he can stay healthy but QB is such a deep position this year that you're better off waiting a few more rounds and grabbing a skill position player where others are targeting Richardson.
- Jeff Haseley: I'm not convinced that Richardson will be a bust, but his acquisition cost already accounts for high expectations. While he can deliver impressive rushing numbers as a quarterback, we can't be certain whether he'll be an effective and productive passer.
- Phil Alexander: Richardson can easily make me eat this fade, but part of his appeal last season was a QB16 ADP. Now that he goes in Round 5, I'd rather wait 50 picks and scoop Jayden Daniels, who should approximate Richardson's passing and rushing stats.
- Andy Hicks: Richardson can exceed his ADP, but his downside is much worse. Finishing games will be a good start. Until he respects his body and the opposing defenses, other options are more attractive.
- Nick Whalen: Richardson has started only 17 games in the last four seasons, but he's priced near his ceiling which is risky for a small sample size.
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