The fallout -- Richardson's injuries, brief benching in 2024, and Jekyll-and-Hyde play on the field -- resulted in the Colts conjuring a quarterback competition this summer, as Richardson and free-agent addition Daniel Jones go toe to toe for the right to be the Colts' quarterback. It's got Ballard viewing in hindsight.

Shane Steichen offered some high praise for Colts' QB Anthony Richardson following the team's latest training camp practice.

The Colts are a long way from making a quarterback decision, but Richardson believes he's a better version of himself because of the renewed approach he's taken toward his diet, mechanics and preparation.