Colts Preseason QB and Kicker Battle | Indianapolis Colts News

The Colts are in crunch time as they head into their final preseason week, with critical roster decisions still hanging in the balance. Backup QB battle between Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard remains unresolved — Richardson dazzles with clutch plays, while both struggle with consistency. On special teams, rookie Matt Shrader’s flawless preseason game performances are outshining Blake Grupe’s struggles under pressure. Defensively, Akeem Davis-Gaither locks down one starting linebacker spot, with Jaylon Carlies and CJ Allen battling for the other — and the coach’s open to rotation. With the regular season looming, the coaching staff is prioritizing proven game readiness over potential, seeking players who can deliver under pressure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bc7f685bc39ef0ab