INDIANAPOLIS — Just days before training camp opens, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson surprised fans with a concise yet impactful update. The third‑year signal‑caller, returning from a right-shoulder setback, delivered a seven‑word message via social media:
“Shoulder healthy. Ready for camp. Let’s go.”
The succinct statement resonated across Colts Nation, reflecting both relief and renewed determination. Richardson’s road to this point has been a challenging one. The 2023 season saw him undergo surgery to repair a Grade‑3 AC joint sprain, ending his rookie year prematurely.
This offseason, he encountered fresh soreness in the same shoulder during minicamp, resulting in his abrupt withdrawal from late June workouts . The Colts’ medical staff responded cautiously, placing him on rest, and encouraged him to seek outside opinions — all of which confirmed that rest and rehabilitation could resolve the issue.
According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, Richardson spent recent weeks in Florida, drills in hand with personal coaches, focusing on rebuilding throwing strength and accuracy . Stampede Blue echoed that report, noting, “Richardson has resumed throwing” as the shoulder’s recovery gained traction.
By the time he released his message, it was widely believed he was fully recovered. Multiple outlets, including CBS Sports and SI, reported that his throwing shoulder was now healthy — just in time for camp — though team officials are expected to manage his workload vigilantly, perhaps to early-onset a “pitch count” if needed.
While encouraging, Richardson’s comeback isn’t without scrutiny. He will face fresh competition from veteran Daniel Jones, acquired this spring on a one-year contract, in an open QB competition . Richardson’s completion rate dipped to a career‑low 47.7% in 2024, marred by two separate injuries and an early-season benching . Still, his immense athletic upside keeps the Colts hopeful that he can reclaim his rookie spark.
The timing of his seven-word message is significant. With training camp set to begin July 22, Richardson’s words are more than reassurance — they signal readiness for a pivotal summer. As Colts fans prepare to descend on training camp, those words echo with optimism: “Shoulder healthy. Ready for camp. Let’s go.”
