The New England Patriots met with Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson at the NFL Scouting Combine, per The Score’s Jordan Schultz.
New England was one of seven teams to have met with the former Gator signal-caller. Richardson had a breakout year in 2022, passing for 2,549 yards, 17 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. He averaged 212.4 passing yards per contest and proved to be fleet of foot on the ground as well. He was third on the team in rushing yards with 654 yards and was second on the team with nine rushing touchdowns.
The Patriots’ quarterback position is entering a crucial phase in 2023. Mac Jones will be looking to bounce back after an up-and-down year, while backup Bailey Zappe struggled with inconsistency issues as well.
Richardson is projected to be drafted in the middle of the second round, per NFLDraftBuzz.com.
Florida standout QB Anthony Richardson will undergo medical testing today in Indy. I’m told he’s met with the following teams – among others – including with several owners as well:#Colts#Panthers #Falcons #Raiders #Ravens#Saints #Patriots@theScore
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 2, 2023
The signal-caller is just one of many prospects New England will be meeting with over the next couple days.
Nevertheless, it is intriguing, as New England may be looking at another young quarterback to fill the room. Mobility is certainly an exciting aspect of Richardson’s game, and it would be a departure from the style that Jones brings to the table.
