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Leonard recorded nine tackles (five solo) and forced a fumble in Sunday's loss to the Jets. Leonard returned to action Sunday after sitting out Week 5 with an ankle injury. He was every bit as effective as he was prior to the injury, though his five solo tackles were a season low. Averaging over 12 stops per game through his first five career contests, Leonard is proving to be a top IDP option. He'll look to continue his strong play against a struggling Bills team in Week 7.
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Leonard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets. Leonard was able to ramp up his activity level in practice throughout the week, practicing in full Friday. He was unable to play Week 5 after logging at least 82 defensive snaps in each of the Colts' previous two games, so the rookie should be busy Sunday if he makes his return.
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Leonard (ankle) didn't participate in practice Wednesday. Leonard indicated earlier this week he expects to play against the Jets on Sunday after sitting out the Week 5 loss to the Patriots. The rookie linebacker's absence from the Colts' first practice session of the week isn't the most encouraging sign for his health, but his involvement in some capacity Thursday or Friday would bolster his Week 6 outlook. Leonard has been an elite IDP option when he's been able to play this season, logging double-digit tackles and at least one sack in three of his four outings.
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Coach Frank Reich had no update on Leonard (ankle) after Thursday's game against the Patriots, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports. Leonard has looked like a steal after the Colts picked him in the second round of April's draft, as he's made 54 tackles (38 solo) and four sacks through his first four games. The Colts Week 6 game is against the Jets, so fantasy owners in IDP settings should look for his practice status Wednesday.
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Leonard (ankle) sat out of Tuesday's walk-through practice Tuesday. Leonard suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's loss to the Texans and was later seen in a walking boot. The Colts square off with the Patriots on Thursday, leaving Leonard little time to recover. If he's unable to go, Matthew Adams is expected to see an increased workload.
Recent Tweets
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10:49 pm ET / @AWalkerColtsAndrew Walker
» 300th victory in Indy for Colts. » Indy defense allows fewest points in a game since 11/23/14. » Darius Leonard’s… https://t.co/zPSeBp7AVa
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7:55 pm ET / @gmbremerGeorge Bremer
Unofficially, Darius Leonard finished with 17 tackles and a fumble recovery. #Colts snap a four-game losing streak… https://t.co/T70N81uT01
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6:51 pm ET / @gmbremer
George Bremer
Darius Leonard DROY update: 11 tackles and a fumble recovery. There’s still more than 22 minutes remaining. #Colts
Completed Games
Scheduled Games
| WK | DATE | OPP | OPP RANK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 10/28 | @Oakland Raiders | 19 |
| 9 | BYE | - | - |
| 10 | 11/11 | Jacksonville Jaguars | 22 |
| 11 | 11/18 | Tennessee Titans | 31 |
| 12 | 11/25 | Miami Dolphins | 32 |
| 13 | 12/02 | @Jacksonville Jaguars | 22 |
| 14 | 12/09 | @Houston Texans | 16 |
| 15 | 12/16 | Dallas Cowboys | 3 |
| 16 | 12/23 | New York Giants | 28 |
| 17 | 12/30 | @Tennessee Titans | 31 |