Colts evaluate backup quarterback options as preseason continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:17 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Colts have yet to determine their backup quarterback for the upcoming season. Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson are competing for the position, with their performance continuing to be assessed throughout the preseason. Coach Shane Steichen indicated that both players showed promise during training camp, although there were ups and downs. Leonard will start for the second-team offense in an upcoming preseason game, while Richardson will play with the third team. Starter Daniel Jones is not expected to participate in preseason games.
- •Competition ongoing between Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson
- •Daniel Jones will not play in preseason games
- •Leonard leads second-team offense, Richardson plays with third team
- •Coach Steichen satisfied with both quarterbacks' training camp performance
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Colts haven't decided their No. 2 QB yet
"The Colts have not decided who will back up Daniel Jones this season with the competition between Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson continuing through the rest of the preseason.
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