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Returning to action Leonard (heel) is active Sunday against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard will return after a three-game absence, which should be a boost to the Chargers' secondary. He'll likely get the nod as the team's predominant corner opposite Assante Samuel against Denver.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Week 15 Leonard (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup with the Raiders.

Impact Leonard will miss a second game in a row while nursing an ankle injury. In his absence, Michael Davis will likely draw another start at cornerback when the team takes on Las Vegas.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs career high in tackles Leonard recorded seven tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 20-10 loss versus the Ravens.

Impact That Leonard posted a career high in tackles is not totally surprising given he also played a career-high 69 defensive snaps in Week 12. The Chargers have been flailing on defense this season, especially when it comes to trying to stop the pass, so betting on any Chargers corner not named Asante Samuel to provide consistent, solid reps seems less than wise at this point.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deane Leonard Bats Away Goff's Would-Be 33-Yard TD Pass At Last Moment Defensive back Deane Leonard breaks up a potential touchdown from quarterback Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff to wide receiver Amon-Ra...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Deane Leonard bats away Goff's would-be 33-yard TD pass at last moment Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Deane Leonard breaks up a potential touchdown from quarterback Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff to w...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

Set to return for Week 8 Leonard (hamstring) is active for Sunday night's game against the Bears.

Impact Leonard was a limited participant in all three practices this week and will return for the first time in three games. He played exclusively on special teams in the first three games of the season and will likely resume that role against the Bears on Sunday night.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chance to play Sunday Leonard (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.

Impact The second-year cornerback out of Ole Miss has a chance to play this weekend after logging limited practice sessions throughout the week. Leonard has yet to record a defensive snap for the Chargers this season, playing primarily on special teams.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Leonard (hamstring) was a limited participant in the Chargers' practice Wednesday.

Impact Leonard is now one step closer to returning after missing the past three games with a hamstring injury. The 2022 seventh-round pick has seen all his playing this season come on special teams and will look to be good to go for Sunday's matchup with the Bears.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play at Kansas City Leonard (hamstring) is listed as out for Sunday's game at the Chiefs.

Impact Leonard will sit out for a third straight game as he recovers from a hamstring injury. He's played exclusively on special teams in the three games he's been active in 2023, so the Chargers will need to continue to try to replace his production in that phase.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers training camp: Deane Leonard, young DBs shine in first padded practice Leonard had five pass breakups in Monday's training camp practice as the Chargers put on the pads and ramped up the intensity.

JULY 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Likely will miss Friday Leonard (hamstring) is expected to be out Friday against the Saints, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Leonard was selected in the seventh round of the 2022 Draft and figures to be competing for a depth spot in the Chargers' secondary. He did record three tackles (one solo) in the teams preseason loss to the Rams on Aug. 13, although the missed time may impact his chances of making the squad.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE