The Indianapolis Colts are looking to strengthen their roster and move on from a forgettable 2024 NFL season, using the draft to make a move that adds competition to the quarterback room, which already features stars Anthony Richardson and newly arrived Daniel Jones battling for the starting job.
Richardson appeared confident from the words of those around him when he learned that Jones was joining the Colts, so there seems to be no reason to believe his confidence is at risk with the arrival of a new quarterback. However, Indianapolis remains committed to increasing the competition at the position.
Bouncing back from a rough season is no easy task, especially for a team like Indianapolis, which has long been striving to make a deep run in the league. A selection in the later rounds of the draft could signal a surprising emergence, meaning Jones and Richardson will need to keep a close eye on the team’s new quarterback.
Who is the new quarterback selected by the Colts?
Richardson and Jones’ new teammate is none other than quarterback Riley Leonard, who was selected by Indianapolis in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft with the 189th pick. Leonard displayed an impressive level of play last season, earning the attention of an NFL franchise.
Leonard’s numbers in the 2024 college football season reflect a completion percentage of 66.7%, with 21 touchdowns and 8 interceptions for 2,861 yards. His key asset is his experience, as he has played in 37 games during his time at Duke and the University of Notre Dame.
Who will be the Colts’ starting quarterback?
The Colts have not yet decided who will be their starting quarterback for the upcoming season, so they are looking to add competition at that position. Jones and Richardson will fight for the starting role alongside Leonard. Meanwhile, general manager Chris Ballard has stated that the competition for the starting job is wide open.
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