Anthony Richardson to start at QB for Colts preseason opener against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 5:18 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Anthony Richardson will be the starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts in their preseason opener against the New England Patriots. He is set to play the first half, with Riley Leonard taking over for the second half. The decision comes after a joint practice and competition for the backup quarterback role behind Daniel Jones. The Colts are looking for consistency in their quarterback play as training camp progresses.
- •Richardson starts against the Patriots, playing the first half.
- •Leonard will play the second half of the game.
- •Roles will reverse in the Colts' second preseason game against Atlanta.
- •Daniel Jones is not participating in the preseason.
- 5:18 PMYahoo Sports — Shane Steichen names starting QB for Colts preseason game v. Patriots
"Following Tuesday's joint practice, Shane Steichen revealed who the Colts' starting quarterback will be in the preseason opener against the Patriots.
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