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    Why Riley Leonard Just Isn't a Good QB Prospect

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    Riley Leonard gives an inside look at the opening drive of the national title game | Ultimate College Football Show

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    Riley Leonard reflects on what it was like to play for Marcus Freeman | Ultimate College Football Show

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    Press Conference Highlights, Post-Game ND-FSU

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    Marcus Freeman on Riley Leonard: 'He Wants The Ball in His Hands. He's a Competitor.'

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    Post-Game Coach & Player Press Conferences: Louisville at Notre Dame

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    Post-Game Press Conference Highlights: Marcus Freeman, Riley Leonard, Beaux Collins, Others

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Draft Scouting Report

Rating: 72.75 (Roster depth)
Pro Comparison: Taylor Heinicke
Summary

Riley Leonard is a tough quarterback and a vocal leader. He has the foot mobility to pick up chunk yards when the defense allows. He shows a good understanding of throwing with touch to all three levels, but needs to process more quickly and take better care of the football.

About
  • 2024: Sugar Bowl and Orange Bowl MVP en route to leading Notre Dame to College Football Playoff national championship
  • 2022 (at Duke): Set school single-season record with 33 total touchdowns
Strengths
  • Competitive toughness
  • Average mobility, but not afraid to take a hit
  • Good touch to all three levels
Weaknesses
  • Inconsistent accuracy and ball placement
  • Toe and ankle injuries cost him most of the 2023 season
  • Needs to process more quickly.

2024 Passing

STATS CMP ATT PCT YDS YDS/G TD INT RATE
Regular Season 269 403 66.7 2861 178.8 21 8 139.6

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Player Bio

HT/WT: 6-4, 216 lbs
Birthplace: Fairhope, AL
Class: Senior