Shaquille Leonard Set to Retire with the Colts This Weekend
Shaquille Leonard to Announce NFL Retirement at Sunday’s Colts Game
Shaquille Leonard’s Retirement Announcement at Lucas Oil Stadium
Linebacker Shaquille Leonard is set to officially retire from the NFL this weekend. The Indianapolis Colts announced that Leonard will share his retirement news with fans at halftime during Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Lucas Oil Stadium. In addition to the halftime announcement, Leonard will host a press conference on Sunday morning and participate in the pregame festivities.
Leonard’s NFL Journey
Leonard, drafted by the Colts in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, made an immediate impact in his rookie season. He was honored as the Defensive Rookie of the Year and earned a spot on the first-team All-Pro list. Over the next three seasons, Leonard continued to excel, achieving first-team All-Pro recognition twice more.
Challenges and Achievements
Known as Darius Leonard during his initial four seasons, he faced challenges after undergoing back surgery following the 2021 season. His recovery limited him to just three games in 2022. He returned to play nine games the following year but experienced a significant reduction in playing time, leading to his release. Leonard concluded his football career with a brief stint with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Career Statistics and Legacy
Throughout his impressive career, Leonard amassed noteworthy statistics, including:
- 637 tackles
- 15 sacks
- 12 interceptions
- 17 forced fumbles
- 7 fumble recoveries
Leonard’s performance on the field has left a lasting impact, and his retirement marks the end of an era for a celebrated player.
Emegypt is proud to cover this significant moment in Shaquille Leonard’s career and looks forward to providing updates on the events as they unfold this Sunday.
