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How should Patriots game plan for Colts QB Anthony Richardson in Week 13? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
The New England Patriots have the second-toughest remaining schedule in the NFL due to their last five opponents combining for a .643 win percentage. The easiest matchup in that stretch, at least on paper, is Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium.
The Colts have a 5-7 record and they’re technically still in the race for a wild card playoff spot in the AFC. After benching quarterback Anthony Richardson — the No. 4 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft — earlier in the season, they have since gone back to the former University of Florida star over the last two games.
Richardson is at his best when he escapes the pocket and makes plays running the football. He is 6-foot-4 and 244 pounds. He runs over defensive players like he’s a linebacker, except he’s the quarterback. Richardson still has lots of room for improvement as a passer, evidenced by his 47.1 completion percentage this season.
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After being dominated by the Dolphins’ star-studded offense in last week’s 34-15 loss in Miami, this week’s matchup is a little more favorable for the Patriots defense.
“It’s going to be a big day for (defensive coordinator) DeMarcus Covington to bounce back against an inaccurate quarterback who does have some mobility. You cannot allow Anthony Richardson to look capable,” Tom E. Curran said on the latest episode of NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Talk Podcast.
So, what’s the best game plan to stop Richardson from taking over?
“My guess is they’re going to do this thing they always do against mobile quartebacks, and that’s keep them in the pocket and crush rush, and make sure that he’s hemmed in behind the center,” Phil Perry said. “If you can make him a quarterback and make him play the position, the way it’s drawn up…
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Author : NBC Sports Boston
Publish date : 2024-11-28 00:30:00
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