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866
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16
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Leonard brought a dynamic style of play to Duke, which peaked in 2022, where he logged 3,666 scrimmage yards and 33 touchdowns, 13 of which were on the ground. Ankle and toe injuries riddled his 2023 season and problems with his ankle have bled into Notre Dame's offseason, which raises some questions as to whether he'll be able to replicate a season as a dual-threat quarterback. The 6-foot-4 quarterback brings promising athleticism, which will likely create a new taste under center for the Fighting Irish if he stays healthy this season. Leonard will have the chance to bring a new twist to the Fighting Irish which could be extremely promising for high-level fantasy production in 2024. Assuming Leonard gains clearance as expected, his production as the play-caller and dual threat could be a spectacle if the ankle issues are mitigated. Read Past Outlooks
Gets job done in Orange Bowl
Leonard completed 15 of 23 passes for 223 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Thursday's 27-24 win versus Penn State. He also had 18 rushes for 35 yards with one touchdown.
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In a game that swung back and forth, the Fighting Irish landed the final haymaker, notching an interception and marching 20 yards into field goal range to put the final nail in the coffin for the Nittany Lions. Leonard wasn't particularly sharp on the night, tossing a pair of interceptions, but he still completed 65.2 percent of his pass attempts at 9.7 yards per attempt, which included a departure late in the second quarter while getting checked out for a head injury. Next time out, he'll aim to claim Notre Dame's first national championship since 1988, facing either Ohio State or Texas.
In a game that swung back and forth, the Fighting Irish landed the final haymaker, notching an interception and marching 20 yards into field goal range to put the final nail in the coffin for the Nittany Lions. Leonard wasn't particularly sharp on the night, tossing a pair of interceptions, but he still completed 65.2 percent of his pass attempts at 9.7 yards per attempt, which included a departure late in the second quarter while getting checked out for a head injury. Next time out, he'll aim to claim Notre Dame's first national championship since 1988, facing either Ohio State or Texas.
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Riley Leonard was one of the best surprises of the 2022 season, seemingly coming from nowhere to throw for 2,967 yards, a sterling 20:6 TD:INT ratio, while also gashing defenses for 699 yards and 13 scores with his legs. Can he provide an encore? Leonard’s legs should keep him from bottoming out, but the passing success was sporadic throughout his breakout, four times going for 290 yards or better but six times being limited to 173 yards or fewer. That may make him better suited as a matchup play than a top option to anchor squads nationally. And it’s not a knock on Leonard, but much of his success is scheme based by head coach Mike Elko and offensive coordinator Kevin Johns. That’s not going to change in 2023, but Duke still has a lack of overall dynamic weapons around Leonard. In no way are we expecting Leonard to bust in 2023, but asking for a repeat of last season may be the best case scenario, while growing statistically a long shot.
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Cleared for second half
Leonard (head) has been cleared to return to Thursday's game versus Penn State, according to the ESPN broadcast.
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Heads to injury tent
Leonard (head) is in the injury tent at the end of the first half of Thursday's game versus Penn State, Adam Rittenberg of ESPN.com reports.
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Efficient in win over Georgia
Leonard was 15-for-24 passing for 90 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 23-10 victory over Georgia. He also had 14 rushes for 80 yards.
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Rushing output helps Irish top UGA
Leonard was 15-for-24 passing for 90 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 23-10 victory over Georgia. He also had 14 rushes for 80 yards.
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Sugar Bowl postponed
Leonard and the Irish will now be playing in the Sugar Bowl on Thursday after the game was postponed Wednesday due to a terror incident in New Orleans that occurred overnight, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.
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