The Indianapolis Colts know very well how important developing rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson is for the success of the franchise. That's the biggest item on the plate for head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard.

After all, the team showed that they are all in on Richardson after selecting him No. 4 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Gardner Minshew and Sam Ehlinger on the roster, but it's only a matter of time before the keys are handed over to Richardson.

Steichen has meaningful experience developing quarterbacks. Look no further than his work with Philadelphia Eagles signal caller Jalen Hurts, who Steichen coached as offensive coordinator the past two seasons. Now, Steichen will apply the same methods with Richardson.

The Colts are already working on one interesting strategy to help Richardson's development. Which is setting up joint practices with other teams for the Colts to go up against in training camp.

Naturally, the Eagles are one of the two teams that have been mentioned for the practices. The Chicago Bears will be the other. Steichen believes that could help with Richardson and the QBs ahead of the regular season.

“Does it help for the quarterback? Absolutely. You’re seeing a different front structure, sometimes depending on who you’re playing, and coverages on the backend," Steichen explained about the joint practices. "There’s a whole bunch of different things that go into it, but it definitely helps us as a football team.”

It makes sense. Seeing a different defense before games really start to matter should be beneficial for the rookie quarterback. The joint practices will provide a bit of simulation of what Richardson can expect moving forward.

Featured image via Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports