Best college plays from Anthony Richardson that will get Colts fans excited
By Noah Compton
3. Anthony Richardson evades pressure and delivers an off-platform TD strike (@ Texas A&M)
Even though the Aggies only had three down lineman pre-snap, they ended up sending five. Both outside blitzes appeared to have gotten home early, but Richardson calmy senses it while keeping his eyes downfield, steps up in the pocket and delivers a strike to the right side while fading to his left.
Richardson's pocket presence is among the best in the class, yet his off-platform, unorthodox throws are, dare I say it, Mahomes-esque. What's between his ears is what separates him from being just another raw, athletic prospect. This being his big brain which exudes football IQ.
Richardson showcases numerous positives on this play. His ability to diagnose the play both pre- and post-snap. His calmness as he climbs the pocket, and his conviction to trust in his insticts as he keeps his eyes downfield, ultimately turning a collapsed pocket into a flashy touchdown.