DEANE LEONARD NEWS

Practice window opens Head coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters that Leonard's (hamstring) 21-day practice window opened Wednesday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Leonard logged a limited practice session Wednesday following his designation to return from injured reserve, suggesting he could see the field as soon as the Chargers' Week 11 matchup against the Bengals. However, the third-year pro from Ole Miss must still be activated to the Chargers' active roster in order to play Sunday. If Leonard remains out in Week 11, expect Tarheeb Still to continue seeing increased reps with Los Angeles' first-team secondary.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Leonard (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Leonard has dealt with the injury for multiple weeks now and was already ruled out for Monday's game against the Cardinals. His placement on injured reserve will now guarantee he'll miss at least the next four games and will be eligible to return Nov. 17 against the Bengals.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Arizona Leonard (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Leonard has not been able to practice this week due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 6 against the Broncos. The Chargers enter Monday's game with a banged up secondary as Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) and Kristian Fulton (hamstring) are both listed as questionable. Leonard's next chance at suiting up will be Week 8 against the Saints on Oct. 27.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

In jeopardy of missing Week 7 Leonard (hamstring) was listed as a DNP on the Chargers' injury report Friday.

Impact Leonard has logged back-to-back DNPs this week due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 6 against the Broncos. He's at risk of missing his second regular-season game of the year unless he's able to practice in at least a limited capacity Saturday. Leonard has primarily operated on special teams and has logged four tackles (three solo) and one pass breakup across four regular-season games.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Leonard (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard suited up in Week 6 despite his questionable designation due to the same injury, but ultimately it appears he wasn't healthy enough to play. The 24-year-old will try to return in Week 7 against the Cardinals.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game early Leonard (hamstring) has exited Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard was questionable for Sunday's game with the same injury, but ultimately suited up. However, it appears the Ole Miss product aggravated the injury and is now questionable to return.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game early Leonard (hamstring) has exited Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard was questionable for Sunday's game with the same injury but ultimately suited up. However, it appears the Ole Miss product aggravated the injury and is now questionable to return.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Leonard (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard hasn't played since Week 3, but he'll get back on the field for Week 6. The Ole Miss product typically doesn't see much action on defense, but with Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) out, he could have a path to seeing an uptick in work.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable ahead of Sunday Leonard (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos.

Impact Leonard hasn't played since Week 3, but he could finally see his return as the Chargers travel to Denver. The 6-foot cornerback likely won't play much defense if he's active, as he's served most of his field time on special teams when he's been healthy this year.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Leonard (hamstring) was listed as a DNP for Wednesday's practice report.

Impact Leonard was unable to play in Week 4 against the Chiefs due to a hamstring injury. Despite Los Angeles coming off a bye, it appears the 2022 seventh-round pick is still working through the injury. He'll have two more chances to practice in some capacity ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Kansas City Leonard (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Impact Leonard popped up on the Chargers' injury report Friday with a hamstring issue, and the injury appears severe enough for him not to play Sunday. With nickel corner Ja'Sir Taylor (leg) also not playing, Tarheeb Still and Cam Hart will see more snaps at corner behind starters Kristian Fulton and Asante Samuel.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Deane Leonard Intercepts Laser in Own End Zone Defensive back Deane Leonard intercepts laser in own end zone.

AUGUST 18 • CHARGERS.COM

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