"Leonard, 30, played most of his six-season career with the Colts, who selected him in the second round of the 2018 draft out of South Carolina State. He was named the NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 when he led the NFL in tackles (163) and solo tackles (111) and was named first team All-Pro. For the next three seasons he posted more than 120 tackles each season,"
"However, he was limited to three games in 2022 due to injuries and underwent two back surgeries to address nerve issues that were causing lower-body pain. He called it the "hardest year of my life." He returned to action in 2023 but was released by the Colts in November that season after he expressed frustration about diminished playing time. He was so well regarded in Indianapolis for his stellar play and his work in the community that the team"
Shaquille Leonard, 30, is retiring as a member of the Indianapolis Colts and will address fans at halftime and serve as the team's anvil striker before kickoff. The Colts selected him in the second round of the 2018 draft from South Carolina State. Leonard was NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 after leading the league with 163 tackles and 111 solo tackles and earned three first-team All-Pro selections and three Pro Bowls. He underwent two back surgeries after a 2022 season limited by injuries, returned in 2023, was released in November, and finished that season with the Philadelphia Eagles. In 70 games with Indianapolis he recorded 614 tackles, 12 interceptions, 17 forced fumbles and seven fumble recoveries.
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