Richardson eventually returned to the starting lineup, but the Colts have still scrambled for answers at quarterback, and Jones is the latest attempt to push Richardson. For the right price, Richardson could be available for a trade from the Colts, and the Steelers, needing any option, might be the team who could take a swing on him.

The Washington Commanders are re-signing quarterback Marcus Mariota, someone with an Arthur Smith connection, to a one-year, $8 million contract. He will be Jayden Daniels' backup for the year. So, what could have been a natural backup plan is now off the table.