Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has made waves during rookie minicamp, but not for his on-field performance.
The signal caller recently unveiled an elaborate new back tattoo that has caught significant attention across social media.
The striking piece showcases a mix of personal and symbolic imagery, including his surname, the NFL logo, four aces, a roulette wheel, dice, a lion, a cross, and Spartan warriors.
Richardson demonstrated remarkable dedication to the artwork, undergoing a seven-hour session while sedated to complete the design.
“Colts star QB Anthony Richardson went under anesthesia for a crazy full back body tattoo that is themed around his love for God and Gambling. It includes an Angel, a Roulette Wheel, a Spartan, and a Lion. He was put to sleep for around 7 hours. Richardson is ready to make a statement this season,” Dov Kleiman shared.
Insane: Colts star QB Anthony Richardson went under anesthesia for a crazy full-back body tattoo that is themed around his love for God and Gambling.
It includes an Angel, a Roulette Wheel, a Spartan, and a Lion.
He was put to sleep for around 7 hours.
Richardson is ready to… pic.twitter.com/dvldeGo656
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) May 11, 2025
While his new tattoo makes a bold statement, questions linger about Richardson’s future as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback.
Despite his undeniable physical talents that create explosive plays and showcase elite athleticism, his performance remains inconsistent.
Durability concerns plague his young career after missing 17 of 34 possible games due to various injuries.
Equally troubling is his accuracy, as Richardson recorded the NFL’s worst completion percentage last season at just 47.7 percent.
Looking at a broader sample, he ranks last among all 40 qualified quarterbacks in completion percentage over the past two seasons.
The situation reached a concerning point during Week 8 against the Houston Texans when Richardson completed only 10 of 32 pass attempts while taking five sacks.
He further removed himself from the game for a play in the third quarter, admitting he needed a break.
This decision, combined with his overall struggles, has prompted the Indianapolis Colts to reassess their quarterback strategy heading into training camp, where Richardson must now compete to reclaim his starting role.
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