The Indianapolis Colts are preparing to pursue a seasoned quarterback this offseason as they work through quarterback Anthony Richardson’s recovery and trade potential. Richardson has reportedly regained full vision in his right eye, and both he and the Colts have agreed to explore a trade, according to James Boyd of The Athletic.
Jason La Canfora of Sportsboom also confirms the Colts’ intention to seek veteran quarterback options to strengthen their roster moving forward. This development marks a pivotal point for the team as they aim to balance their long-term plans with immediate competitive needs.
Support Remains Strong for Texans QB C.J. Stroud
While the Colts navigate changes, the Houston Texans continue to back their young quarterback C.J. Stroud amid ongoing success. Head coach DeMeco Ryans emphasized his unwavering confidence in Stroud’s leadership.
“Our support has never changed for C.J. (Stroud). I support him. He’s part of the reason why we’ve had the success we’ve had with the Texans over the past three years, and he’ll continue to lead us in that regard. He’s the guy.”
– Jeremy Bergman
This affirmation underlines Houston’s commitment to their quarterback despite coaching and staff shifts.
Houston Adjusts QB Coaching Structure After Staff Changes
Following the mutual departure of former quarterback coach Jerrod Johnson, senior offensive assistant Jerry Schlupinski has taken on expanded responsibilities. He will collaborate closely with offensive coordinator Nick Caley to oversee quarterback development, as reported by Aaron Wilson of KPRC. This coaching realignment aims to maintain continuity and offer enhanced support to Houston’s quarterbacks.
Titans Head Coach Sees Opportunity for DE Femi Oladejo in Scheme Shift
The Tennessee Titans are planning to modify their defensive front from an odd to an even alignment, a strategy head coach Robert Saleh believes will unlock the full potential of their 2025 second-round draft pick, defensive end Femi Oladejo. Saleh emphasized the benefits this change will have on Oladejo’s role and performance.
“A guy like Femi, you evaluate him two different ways,”
Saleh said. He elaborated,
“In a 3-4 scheme, you evaluate him as a dropper, as a linebacker, as a pass rusher, all encompassing. When we were in San Francisco, we evaluated him as a guy with his hand (in the) ground, rushing the passer, which is what he’ll do for us. He’s got length, he’s got violence, he plays fast. There will be a learning curve with the way we teach it, but we are going to get him moving forward every single snap and I do believe he has the talent and the drive to be able to maximize who he is.”
Saleh recognizes Oladejo’s physical skills and is confident that focused coaching and effort during the offseason will enhance his contributions on the field.
“He has all the talent in the world,”
Saleh added,
“He has length, he has speed, he has pass rush ability, he plays with violence. He’s a good football player, and for him it is just going to be transferring, getting your hand in the ground and going vertical every snap rather than having to think about coverages and all that. Obviously there is going to be a learning curve for him, even in that role, and there is going to be a lot of coaching and a lot of work on his part to get himself better every single day and I think he has the mindset and the physical ability to do that.”
Implications for Colts and NFL Offseason Strategies
Anthony Richardson’s recovery and the Colts’ upcoming quarterback trade pursuits mark critical moments for the franchise as they seek to reinforce their squad. Richardson’s regained vision may open opportunities elsewhere, while the Colts’ focus on veteran presence reflects a strategic approach to immediate competitiveness. Meanwhile, other teams like the Texans and Titans continue to adjust coaching and player roles aiming for long-term success.
These developments underscore the dynamic nature of NFL offseason plans, where player health, coaching strategies, and roster construction intersect. The Colts’ active quarterback search will likely attract attention as the league prepares for another season of high stakes and evolving team dynamics.
#Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr. has regained full vision in his right eye, a league source confirms to @TheAthletic.
Richardson’s representation provided medical documentation to the Colts last night of the QB’s recovery, the source said. https://t.co/VFWYwwcFNK
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) February 26, 2026
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans to @judybattista: "Our support has never changed for C.J. (Stroud). I support him.
"He's part of the reason why we've had the success we've had with the Texans over the past three years, and he'll continue to lead us in that regard. He's the guy."
— Jeremy Bergman (@JABergman) February 25, 2026
#Sources: #Texans and quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson, a Humble native and former Texas A&M quarterback, mutually part ways. Senior offensive assistant Jerry Schlupinski steps in to coach C.J. Stroud in tandem with Nick Caley, per a source @KPRC2 https://t.co/AspNiE0EAO https://t.co/SrY58gJKbp
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) February 26, 2026
