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ArticleColts backup QB battle heads to split decision after preseason finale
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The sixth-round QB in the 2025 draft was limited to just 12 snaps, and probably wishes that he could erase the last four. In three preseason games, Leonard finished 20-of-42 for 199 passing yards, with two interceptions and two fumbles... Leonard was more consistent during training camp, but if the preseason matters at all, then Richardson clearly outperformed Leonard to earn the backup job.
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Leonard's preseason struggles and interception likely cost him backup QB job to Richardson.

Sixth-round QB in 2025 draft limited to 12 snaps in preseason finale and 'probably wishes that he could erase the last four.' Over three preseason games, Leonard finished 20-of-42 for 199 passing yards with two interceptions and two fumbles. The source notes Leonard was 'more consistent during training camp,' but preseason performance was inferior to Richardson; his final drive included a critical interception to cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. after short-arming a bubble route and being disrupted by Lions blitz.

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