Riley Leonard, the Indianapolis Colts' rookie quarterback and former Notre Dame star, has created a buzz following his preseason debut against the Baltimore Ravens. Originally drafted in the sixth round, Leonard was expected to be a backup, but an early injury to Anthony Richardson provided him an unexpected opportunity. Notably, Leonard showcased his athleticism by rushing for 34 yards on four carries but faced challenges in the passing game, completing just 12 of 24 attempts for 92 yards with one interception.

The Colts' depth chart is in flux with Richardson's injury, leaving the door open for Leonard to potentially secure a starting role if he can improve his passing accuracy. Daniel Jones stepped in after Richardson's departure, but his performance has been underwhelming, raising questions about his starting viability. As the Colts navigate this preseason, Leonard's development will be critical to the team's offensive strategy moving forward.