Riley Leonard aims for quicker decisions to secure Colts QB spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Riley Leonard is focusing on improving his pre-snap processing during training camp with the Indianapolis Colts. Currently competing for the backup quarterback position against Anthony Richardson, Leonard acknowledges he needs to make faster post-snap decisions. He has completed 62.1% of his passes in camp and has made several impressive plays but has at times held the ball too long. The competition continues with joint practices against the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons approaching, offering Leonard a chance to further prove his capabilities.
- •Riley Leonard competes for the Colts backup QB role.
- •He completed 62.1% of his passes in training camp.
- •Leonard has made several notable plays but needs faster decisions.
- •Joint practices against the Patriots and Falcons are upcoming.
- •Competition for QB2 intensifies against Anthony Richardson.
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Riley Leonard knows he must make faster decisions to be Colts backup QB
"Riley Leonard spent the offseason focusing on his pre-snap processing, but he's held the ball too long in the pocket at times at training camp
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