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James Andrew Leonhard (born October 27, 1982) is an American football coach and former player who is currently a defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator for the Denver Broncos. Leonhard played college football at Wisconsin and professionally as safety for ten seasons in the National Football League (NFL).
Feb 11, 2024 · According to a source, the Broncos have hired former Broncos safety and Wisconsin interim head coach Jim Leonhard as their new defensive backs coach. He replaces Christian Parker, who left to...
- Mike Klis
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Feb 11, 2024 · Jim Leonhard has landed his first coaching job in the NFL. Leonhard is expected to join the Denver Broncos’ coaching staff to coach their secondary, according to ESPN’s Dan Graziano.
The former defensive coordinator and interim coach of the Badgers announced his departure on social media. He said he was grateful for the opportunity and wished the team well for the future.
- Adam Rittenberg
Jul 25, 2023 · Jim Leonhard, former Badgers defensive coordinator and interim head coach, will work as a senior football analyst for Illinois under Bret Bielema. Leonhard left Wisconsin after the 2022 season, when Luke Fickell replaced Paul Chryst as head coach.
- JR Radcliffe
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Jul 25, 2023 · Leonard was the Badgers’ defensive coordinator from 2017-22 and served as the interim coach after Paul Chryst was fired Oct. 2 following a 34-10 loss to the Illini. Leonhard led Wisconsin to a 4-3 record the rest of the regular season and expressed hope he would get the permanent job.
Dec 7, 2022 · Jim Leonhard, who was interim head coach and defensive coordinator for Wisconsin, will not return to the program in 2023. He announced his decision after the Badgers hired Luke Fickell as their new head coach and offered him a job.
