Colts assess seven positional battles after four training camp practices
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:04 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts are evaluating key positional battles after completing four training camp practices. Notable competitions are developing, particularly for backup quarterback and running back roles, with Riley Leonard and DJ Giddens making strides. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine shows promise for the third wide receiver position, while Dalton Tucker is favored for backup center amid a tough competition. On defense, Arden Key appears to be edging out others for starting defensive end, while Akeem Davis-Gaither and AJ Haulcy are in contention for linebacker and safety spots, respectively. The assessments and predictions will evolve through the remaining practices and preseason games.
- •Riley Leonard takes the lead in backup quarterback competition.
- •DJ Giddens rebounds to compete for backup running back position.
- •Nick Westbrook-Ikhine shows potential for the third wide receiver role.
- •Dalton Tucker is currently favored for backup center.
- •Arden Key appears to be leading for starting defensive end.
- 11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Predicting winners of 5 Jaguars position battles after 3 camp practices
- 11:04 AMYahoo Sports — Predicting winners of 7 Colts positional battles after 4 camp practices
"After four training camp practices, where do seven positional battles for the Colts stand? Let's make some predictions.
"After three training camp practices, let's predict the early winners of five position battles for the Jaguars.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 11:16 AMPredicting winners of 5 Jaguars position battles after 3 camp practices
After three training camp practices, let's predict the early winners of five position battles for the Jaguars.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 11:04 AMPredicting winners of 7 Colts positional battles after 4 camp practices
After four training camp practices, where do seven positional battles for the Colts stand? Let's make some predictions.
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