Fantasy Player Profile Riley Leonard
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Debuts for final two drives
Leonard took the field for the Colts' final two possessions of Sunday's 38-14 win over the Titans, throwing incompletions on two pass attempts and rushing once for one yard.
Analysis: A healthy inactive for the Colts' first five contests, Leonard handled backup quarterback duties for the third game in a row after Anthony Richardson suffered a fractured orbital in a pregame workout prior to the team's Week 6 win over the Cardinals. Though Brett Rypien looms on the practice squad as a potential alternative for the No. 2 spot on the depth chart, Leonard looks poised to stick around as Daniel Jones' top backup until Richardson is ready to return from injured reserve. The rookie…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 27 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains No. 2 quarterback
Head coach Shane Steichen said Friday that Leonard will remain the Colts' No. 2 quarterback "for now," James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 2025 sixth-round pick from Notre Dame served as Indianapolis' emergency third quarterback for the first five games of the season. However, with Anthony Richardson (orbital) being placed on injured reserve Oct. 13, Leonard stepped in as starter Daniel Jones' top backup in the Week 7 win over the Chargers, and the Colts appear content to stick with Leonard in the No. 2 role for at least another week. Brett Rypien looms on the practice squad as a more experienced option if the Colts elect to…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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Stepping in as No. 2 quarterback
Leonard appears in line to serve as the top backup to starting quarterback Daniel Jones for a second straight game Sunday against the Chargers after the Colts placed Anthony Richardson (orbital) on injured reserve Monday, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After being inactive for the first five games of the season, Leonard suited up as the Colts' No. 2 quarterback during this past Sunday's 31-27 win over the Cardinals due to Richardson sustaining an orbital fracture in a freak pregame accident. With Richardson's injury now set to keep him out for at least four more games, Leonard is the lone healthy option at quarterback on the 53-man roster beyond Jones, though Indianapolis signed veteran Brett Rypien to its practice squad Wednesday. Rypien…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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Tabbed as emergency QB for Week 4
Leonard (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams but will serve as the Colts' emergency third-string quarterback.
Analysis: Leonard has been Indy's emergency third-string quarterback for every game so far this season. He will only be eligible to enter the game if both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson are forced out due to injury, illness or ejection.
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Serving as emergency QB again
Leonard (coach's decision) is inactive as the Colts' emergency third quarterback Week 3 versus Tennessee.
Analysis: This will be the third straight week to begin that campaign that Leonard serves as Indianapolis' emergency third QB. He's ineligible to enter Sunday's matchup unless both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson are forced out due to injury, illness or ejection.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB3 vs. Denver
Leonard (coach's decision) is inactive against the Broncos on Sunday but will serve as the Colts' emergency third-string quarterback.
Analysis: As the emergency third-string quarterback, Leonard will see the field Sunday only if both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson were to leave due to injury, illness or ejection.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB for Week 1
Leonard (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins but will serve as the emergency third-string quarterback.
Analysis: The rookie sixth-rounder will be allowed to see the field only if both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson were removed from Sunday's game due to injury. Leonard had a solid preseason, completing 34 of 56 passes for 345 yards, one touchdown and one interception across three games while adding seven carries for 58 yards.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Sharp in preseason finale
Leonard completed 15 of 20 passes for 189 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions and rushed once for 14 yards in the Colts' 41-14 preseason win over the Bengals on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: The rookie sixth-round pick drew the start and took full advantage of his extended opportunity, leading an 11-play, 56-yard march that culminated in a field goal to open the contest and eventually spearheading touchdown drives of 83 yards (12 plays) and 77 yards (four plays). Leonard's one scoring toss was a noteworthy one, where he slung a 59-yard dart to Laquon Treadwell with time winding down in the first half. Leonard completed just 50.0 percent of his passes in his preseason debut against…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 23 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play in exhibition finale
Coach Shane Steichen said Leonard and Jason Bean will handle quarterback duties for the Colts in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals, Jake Arthur of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson will rest for the exhibition finale, allowing Leonard and Bean to soak up valuable game reps. Leonard was a sixth-round pick out of Notre Dame in the 2025 Draft and has completed 19 of 36 passes for 156 scoreless yards and one interception through two preseason contests. He's also rushed six times for 44 yards.
Published: Tue, Aug 19 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Improves in second preseason game
Leonard was 7-for-12 for 64 yards without a touchdown or interception in Saturday's preseason loss to Green Bay. He also had two carries for 10 yards.
Analysis: Leonard wasn't overly impressive but improved after throwing an ugly interception in his first preseason game. Leonard still appears ahead of Jason Bean for the No. 3 QB role, as Bean played after Leonard in the fourth quarter.
Published: Sat, Aug 16 at 10:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Mixed performance in pro debut
Leonard completed 12 of 24 passes for 92 yards with an interception in Thursday's preseason loss at Baltimore. He also had four carries for 34 yards.
Analysis: It was a mixed performance for Leonard as he played the full second half. He led the Colts on their only touchdown drive but also had an ugly interception. Leonard appears ahead of Jason Bean (who didn't play in the game) for the No. 3 QB role. Leonard did show off his rushing ability on several occasions, a trait that would enhance his fantasy value if he gets playing time.
Published: Thu, Aug 7 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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| Passing | Rushing | Fum | Fantasy | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | @TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @LAR, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | LV, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | TEN, | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | 0.10 |
| 9 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @KC, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | SF, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
- Every Teams' Best Play of 2025 PreseasonSat, Aug 23 at 10:23pm
Watch the best play from every team in the 2025 NFL Preseason.
- Can't-Miss Play: 59-yard TD! Riley Leonard's deep launch lands in Treadwell's mitts for sixSat, Aug 23 at 12:17pm
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard throws a 59-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Gould gallops upfield for a 15-yard reception from LeonardSat, Aug 23 at 11:18am
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Anthony Gould catches a 15-yard reception from quarterback Riley Leonard against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Riley Leonard's rollout results in a 22-yard gain to TreadwellSat, Aug 23 at 10:22am
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard throws a 22-yard pass to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Riley Leonard rips a 24-yard laser to Laquon TreadwellThu, Aug 7 at 6:14pm
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard rips a 24-yard laser to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Baltimore Ravens.
- Colts select Riley Leonard with No. 189 pick in 2025 draftSat, Apr 26 at 2:14pm
The Indianapolis Colts select Notre Dame Fighting Irish Riley Leonard in Round 6 of the 2025 NFL Draft with the No. 189 overall pick.
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- Every Teams' Best Play of 2025 PreseasonSat, Aug 23 at 10:23pm
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- Can't-Miss Play: 59-yard TD! Riley Leonard's deep launch lands in Treadwell's mitts for sixSat, Aug 23 at 12:17pm
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard throws a 59-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Gould gallops upfield for a 15-yard reception from LeonardSat, Aug 23 at 11:18am
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Anthony Gould catches a 15-yard reception from quarterback Riley Leonard against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Riley Leonard's rollout results in a 22-yard gain to TreadwellSat, Aug 23 at 10:22am
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard throws a 22-yard pass to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Riley Leonard rips a 24-yard laser to Laquon TreadwellThu, Aug 7 at 6:14pm
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Riley Leonard rips a 24-yard laser to wide receiver Laquon Treadwell against the Baltimore Ravens.
- Colts select Riley Leonard with No. 189 pick in 2025 draftSat, Apr 26 at 2:14pm
The Indianapolis Colts select Notre Dame Fighting Irish Riley Leonard in Round 6 of the 2025 NFL Draft with the No. 189 overall pick.
- Which QB can help themselves with a great workout at combine on Saturday? | 'GMFB'Fri, Feb 28 at 6:42am
"GMFB" picks which quarterback can help themselves with a great workout at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday.
- Which players are you most excited to see at combine on Saturday | 'GMFB'Fri, Feb 28 at 6:41am
"GMFB" reveal which players are you most excited to see at combine on Saturday.
- Which QB, RB are you excited to see at 2025 NFL Scouting Combine? | 'GMFB'Tue, Feb 25 at 6:42am
"GMFB" picks which quarterback and running back they are excited to see at 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.
