"Reckless" - NFL fans react to resurfaced video of Anthony Richardson undergoing anesthesia for massive tattoo

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has become the talk of the town this offseason, not because of his skills as a football player but for a massive tattoo he got on his back. The 22-year-old Colts QB got the tattoo done during the offseason last year. Los Angeles-based tattoo artist Ganga originally posted the clip on May 15, 2024.

On Sunday, the video resurfaced and made rounds on the internet when NFL insider Dov Kleiman shared the process and the work that went into the Richardson's tattoo. Kleiman highlighted in his caption how the Colts QB was under anesthesia for the seven-hour-long process.

"Insane: Colts star QB Anthony Richardson went under anesthesia for a crazy full-back body tattoo that is themed around his love for God and Gambling. It includes an Angel, a Roulette Wheel, a Spartan, and a Lion. He was put to sleep for around 7 hours. Richardson is ready to make a statement this season," Kleiman wrote.

Fans shared their thoughts and reactions to the Colts quarterback's full-body back tattoo. Some were left unimpressed and criticized Richardson for his choices.

One fan said, "Reckless but still soft QB could ever be my QB."

Another fan said, "This is crazy"

"Definition of a low life," commented another.

"Should have spent that time getting better at football," one wrote.

Others pointed out how it has become a trend for players in the league to get anesthesia for tattoos.

"Whats up with all these players going under anesthesia for tats? is this a new flex?" one said.

"This is like the 3rd or 4th dude I have seen that underwent anesthesia for a tat. That's crazy," another commented.

After being named the starter, Anthony Richardson missed most of his debut campaign due to a season-ending injury. He had an underwhelming performance last season and was benched midway in favor of Joe Flacco.

Richardson returned as the starting quarterback after the Colts suffered two losses under Flacco. He passed for 1,814 yards and eight touchdowns, leading the team to an 8-9 campaign.

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Colts WR Anthony Pierce gets real on QB battle between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones

In March, the Colts signed Daniel Jones to a one-year deal worth $14 million. He's competing for the QB1 job alongside Anthony Richardson while trying to revive his career following an underwhelming stint with the Giants.

Wide receiver Anthony Pierce offered his take on the situation. According to Sports Illustrated, Pierce reckons it's too early to name a winner of the QB battle, which is why he's trying to treat both Richardson and Jones as starting quarterbacks.

"Basically just be there for both of them," Pierce said. "Kind of communicate with both of them, treat them both like the starting quarterback and just ask what they need from me. ... So like, anything they need extra from me, I just let them know I'm there for them."

The Indianapolis Colts, who haven't qualified for the playoffs since 2020, seek to become a contender for the Super Bowl this upcoming season.