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ArticleColts backup QB battle heads to split decision after preseason finale
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Richardson, the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, got the start with the first-team offensive line... Across 17 snaps, Richardson completed 7-of-10 passes for 80 yards and took one sack on his final snap... In three preseason games, Richardson finished 21-for-33 with 249 passing yards and one interception. The dual-threat runner also added 68 rushing yards on 10 carries and one rushing touchdown with one fumble... Richardson clearly outperformed Leonard to earn the backup job.
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Richardson's preseason performance gives him edge over Leonard for backup QB role.

Fourth overall pick in 2023 NFL Draft started with first-team offensive line in preseason finale; completed 7-of-10 passes for 80 yards across 17 snaps with one sack. Over three preseason games, Richardson finished 21-for-33 with 249 passing yards, one interception, 68 rushing yards on 10 carries, one rushing touchdown, and one fumble. The source notes Richardson 'clearly outperformed Leonard to earn the backup job' based on preseason performance, catching rhythm with the second unit that was absent when Leonard played.

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