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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).
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- Wisconsin (2001–2004)
- Senior football analyst
- Tony (WI) Flambeau
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 Badgers defensive coordinator and interim coach announced his departure on social media after seven games in charge. Leonhard said he was grateful for the opportunity and wished the team well for the future.
- Adam Rittenberg
Dec 28, 2022 · Leonhard ultimately chose to serve as Wisconsin’s defensive coordinator for the bowl game but move on at the completion of the season, announcing his decision Dec. 6 on Twitter. Leonhard had...
- Jesse Temple
Dec 7, 2022 · Jim Leonhard will not return to the Wisconsin staff next season, it was made official Wednesday. Leonhard, 40, was the Badgers' interim coach for the final seven regular-season games,...
- Adam Rittenberg
Dec 6, 2022 · After serving as the interim head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers football team for part of the 2022 season following Paul Chryst's ouster, Jim Leonhard has announced he will be leaving the team.
Nov 19, 2022 · Wisconsin is close to naming Jim Leonard its full-time head coach, according to Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel beat writer Jeff Potrykus. Wisconsin posted the job on Saturday, after the Badgers defeated Nebraska 15-14 to secure bowl eligibility for the 21st consecutive season.
