ESPN.com · Aug 28, 2025
Colts believe in Daniel Jones' approach at QB
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INDIANAPOLIS -- When coach Shane Steichen declared Daniel Jones the winner of the Indianapolis Colts preseason quarterback battle, it prompted questions about just which part of Jones' sometimes humdrum training camp and preseason performance led to the conclusion.
Riley Leonard, the Colts' sixth-round pick who is going through something of an apprenticeship in the quarterback room this season, had a front-row seat for it all and has some thoughts.
Much of Jones' value, Leonard said, is on display before the ball is even snapped.
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