Anthony Richardson explains why he cut his hair

Aug 24, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson warms up before a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Anthony Richardson is expected to return to the Indianapolis Colts’ starting lineup on Sunday, and the quarterback will do so with a new look.

Richardson is no longer rocking the dreadlocks that he had earlier this season and when he entered the NFL last year. During a promotional event on Tuesday at a Dairy Queen in Westfield, Ind., Richardson was asked about his new haircut. He said he simply “felt like it was the right time.”

“Why did I do it? Feel like it was a big move to do,” Richardson said. “I feel like it was the right time, and I wanted something new, so why not?”

#Colts QB Anthony Richardson on cutting his hair:

“Why did I do it? Feel like it was a big move to do. I feel like it was the right time, and I wanted something new, so why not?”

Would RB Jonathan Taylor join him?

“Nah, my head is a little too small. …” pic.twitter.com/oOE9QakwyB

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Richardson also said he was inspired by Colts wide receiver Josh Downs, who chopped off his long hair just before the start of the season.

After missing two games with a hip injury, Richardson is in line to start against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The former Florida star has 3 touchdown passes and 6 interceptions in four games, and there have been a lot of questions about him losing his starting job. Perhaps the new hairstyle will bring Richardson some luck.