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Colts to Honor Shaq Leonard at Halftime as Former Linebacker Announces Retirement
Shaquille Leonard retires due to back injuries after six NFL seasons and will be honored with a halftime ceremony and anvil-striking at the Colts' stadium.
- On Wednesday, the Indianapolis Colts announced Shaquille Leonard is signing a one-day contract to retire as a member of the team.
- After suffering back injuries and two surgeries, Shaquille Leonard's role and production dropped, leading to a midseason release and a brief Philadelphia Eagles stint.
- Career totals show Shaquille Leonard finished with 637 tackles, 16 sacks, 17 forced fumbles, 12 interceptions, and earned Defensive Rookie of the Year, three Pro Bowl selections and three First‑Team All‑Pro selections.
- Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium, the Colts will honor Shaquille Leonard with a halftime retirement ceremony, where he will address fans and strike the anvil before kickoff.
- His impact extended beyond stats as Shaquille Leonard, age 30, leaves a legacy praised by Colts fans and teammates for leadership, playmaking, and Indianapolis community contributions.
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