The return of Anthony Richardson to the starting lineup has provided the Indianapolis Colts offense and team with a spark. However, that unit will face a difficult test against a stingy Denver defense.

It's been a hectic first 14 games for Indianapolis Colts second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson. However, heading into the final quarter of the 2024 regular season, it's starting to seem that the 22-year-old signal-caller is building some new confidence. Not just for himself, but for his surrounding coaching staff as well.

Richardson's career was at a crossroads. As the noise around him grew, Ehlinger pulled the young QB closer when others pushed him away.

Since returning to the Indianapolis Colts' staring lineup, Anthony Richardson's play has greatly improved, including on the short, lay-up-like throws that need to be taken advantage of. As noted by Zach Hicks of SI's Horseshoe Huddle,

The Indianapolis Colts are heading into their much-needed bye for Week 14. However, even though it's nice to rest, they get their toughest test to finish 2024 coming out of it in the Denver Broncos at Mile High Stadium. On the Week 14 quarterback rankings from the 33rd Team, Anthony Richardson is given no love at the 25th position.

In an interview with The Athletic, GM Chris Ballard revealed what the Colts should have don differently with Anthony Richardson as a rookie.

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen always believed quarterback Anthony Richardson would return from his benching a better player.

In an interview with The Athletic, Colts’ GM Chris Ballard discussed the role Sam Ehlinger played in helping Anthony Richardson when benched.

What I have seen out of Anthony (Richardson) is a nice, calm, steady demeanor in really big moments, which is a good trait to have,” Cooter said.