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Riley Leonard Shines as Colts Close Preseason With 41–14 Win Over Bengals

The rookie’s breakout strengthened his case for the No. 3 quarterback job ahead of Tuesday’s roster cuts.

Overview

  • Leonard completed 15 of 20 passes for 189 yards and hit Laquon Treadwell for a 59-yard touchdown in Cincinnati.
  • Laquon Treadwell finished the first half with six catches for 116 yards and the long score to pace Indianapolis’ receivers.
  • The Colts had already named Daniel Jones the Week 1 starter with Anthony Richardson as backup, and neither quarterback played in the finale.
  • Coach Shane Steichen cited injury risk and depth evaluation for resting key players, while local columnist Nate Atkins criticized the decision to sit Richardson as a missed development opportunity.
  • Jason Bean went 11 of 17 for 107 yards with a touchdown and an interception after halftime, and safety Daniel Scott returned a Desmond Ridder pick 35 yards for a score as Indy turns to finalizing the 53 by Aug. 26 and prepping for the Sept. 7 opener vs. Miami.