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Colts' Riley Leonard Set to Start Amid Key Injuries

1/3/2026

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Colts Start Leonard

The Indianapolis Colts will start Riley Leonard against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the final week of the 2025 NFL regular season.
The Colts are missing key players including Sauce Gardner and Anthony Richardson.
The Dallas Cowboys are without their top two running backs and several defensive starters.
The Miami Dolphins could miss key players, including Minkah Fitzpatrick.
The Detroit Lions may be without Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Summary

Chiefs Face Injuries

The Kansas City Chiefs will be without offensive lineman Trey Smith due to an ankle injury.
Jake Briningstool is out with a hamstring issue.
George Karlaftis and Isiah Pacheco are listed as questionable.
Xavier Worthy is doubtful due to illness.
The Arizona Cardinals will miss Evan Brown for personal reasons.

History

Historical Context

The 1970 NFL merger with the AFL created a more competitive league, leading to increased player injuries, exemplified by a 25% rise in injuries for the Dallas Cowboys that season. As player health remains a concern, teams like the Indianapolis Colts and Kansas City Chiefs face similar challenges today, highlighting the ongoing struggle to manage injuries in a physically demanding sport.

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Colts Start Leonard

The Indianapolis Colts will start Riley Leonard against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the final week of the 2025 NFL regular season.
The Colts are missing key players including Sauce Gardner and Anthony Richardson.
The Dallas Cowboys are without their top two running backs and several defensive starters.
The Miami Dolphins could miss key players, including Minkah Fitzpatrick.
The Detroit Lions may be without Amon-Ra St. Brown.

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