Richardson's rookie arc anchors a broader debate on quarterback development in the NFL: patient teams investing in young QBs on rookie deals, the impact of coaching, and surrounding talent. The chat covers Anthony Richardson, CJ Stroud, and Will Levis, plus reminders that the league’s ‘second-chance’ QB economy rewards resilience and context over raw college stats. It also weighs the Mahomes-Reid ecosystem as a reminder that environment can make or break a young passer.