The Indianapolis Colts are hosting the Atlanta Falcons for Week 2 of the NFL preseason. With wins and losses taking a back seat this time of the year, our attention turns to individual performances with playing time and roster spots up for grabs.
So who should we have our eyes on during Saturday's game? Here are several players to watch for.
Of course, all eyes will be on the backup quarterback battle. After Richardson started last week, it's now Leonard's turn. Head coach Shane Steichen mentioned after Thursday's joint practice that both players have flashed this summer, but each has had their ups and downs as well. Steichen added that there is no timetable for when he will make a final decision will be made. Presumably the competition is quite close, but perhaps there's a little extra pressure on Leonard to perform against Atlanta, with Richardson having the better outing against New England.
We haven't talked much about the offensive line unit, but beyond the starters, there are questions up front for the Colts. For one, can Dalton Tucker provide a steady presence at center if needed? He's had quite a few off-target snaps this summer. Also, who will be the top tackle option off the bench? It looked like Luke Tenuta would fill that role, but he has missed time as of late with a knee injury. UDFA Nolan Rucci has been sidelined as well.
Whether or not the Colts can generate steady pressure on the quarterback remains to be seen. Last week we saw flashes from rookie George Gumbs, while Caden Curry was a standout performer. However, Micheal Clemons and Jaylahn Tuimoloau had quiet nights. If Curry can continue to consistently be disruptive, he deserves the opportunity to compete for more regular rotational snaps.
#steichen #curry
So who should we have our eyes on during Saturday's game? Here are several players to watch for.
Of course, all eyes will be on the backup quarterback battle. After Richardson started last week, it's now Leonard's turn. Head coach Shane Steichen mentioned after Thursday's joint practice that both players have flashed this summer, but each has had their ups and downs as well. Steichen added that there is no timetable for when he will make a final decision will be made. Presumably the competition is quite close, but perhaps there's a little extra pressure on Leonard to perform against Atlanta, with Richardson having the better outing against New England.
We haven't talked much about the offensive line unit, but beyond the starters, there are questions up front for the Colts. For one, can Dalton Tucker provide a steady presence at center if needed? He's had quite a few off-target snaps this summer. Also, who will be the top tackle option off the bench? It looked like Luke Tenuta would fill that role, but he has missed time as of late with a knee injury. UDFA Nolan Rucci has been sidelined as well.
Whether or not the Colts can generate steady pressure on the quarterback remains to be seen. Last week we saw flashes from rookie George Gumbs, while Caden Curry was a standout performer. However, Micheal Clemons and Jaylahn Tuimoloau had quiet nights. If Curry can continue to consistently be disruptive, he deserves the opportunity to compete for more regular rotational snaps.
#steichen #curry
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