NFL Draft rumors: Latest trade buzz and reaches to expect tonight
By Josh Wilson
Anthony Richardson could also be a trade-up player
Bryce Young is expected to come off the board first. C.J. Stroud seems like the safe bet as the second QB off the board. Or, could Anthony Richardson leap-frog him?
Brett Tessler, a player agent, says that Richardson will go a lot higher than people think. Tessler is not Richardson’s agent, but this is definitely some interesting insider intel.
Anthony Richardson is going to go a lot higher than most people expect tonight and that's not a guess.
— Brett Tessler (@TesslerSports) April 27, 2023
Richardson might not be the most skilled quarterback in the draft, but he is inarguably the most freakishly athletic. There’s a very real possibility that we could look back at this draft and say he was the best signal caller available.
A random poll might tell you he could go anywhere between 10 and 40th overall.
Richardson had some errors at Florida on misfires largely from getting overzealous (nine interceptions his final season). His desire to make big plays could hinder his ability to develop needed consistent, long drives in the NFL.
While other quarterbacks bring a more pro-ready package, Richardson is a malleable ball of clay.