Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson was drafted 4th overall in the 2023 NFL draft by the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday night. The selection makes Richardson the second-highest Gator to be drafted in the Super Bowl Era, tying Kyle Pitts in 2021. (6th Florida player to be drafted in the top-4).
Richardson played three seasons at Florida, appearing in 24 career games with 13 starts, totaling 3,105 passing yards and 24 touchdowns through the air. The dual threat QB ran for 1,116 yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground throughout his Gators’ career.
Richardson was the second SEC QB selected in the 2023 NFL Draft.