Leonard has attracted interest from several NFL teams, including the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles.
Other potential landing spots for Leonard include the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Chargers, and Los Angeles Rams.
Veteran linebacker Shaquille Leonard has been released by the Indianapolis Colts.
Veteran linebacker Shaquille Leonard, a multi-time Pro Bowl player, has been released by the Indianapolis Colts. Leonard, who has been a first-team All-Pro selection in three of his first four NFL campaigns, has had a challenging 2022 season, battling injuries and appearing in only three games. His playing time has also seen a decrease this year, with a 70% snap rate.
Following his release, Leonard has attracted interest from several NFL teams. The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles are among the teams considering Leonard. The Cowboys, in particular, are currently without Leighton Vander Esch due to injury, and Leonard's strong track record and playoff experience could provide much-needed depth to the team. The Eagles could also benefit from additional help at linebacker.
NFL writer Max Dible has suggested that the Cleveland Browns could be a good fit for Leonard. Other potential landing spots include the Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Chargers, and Los Angeles Rams. Leonard's future in the NFL remains to be seen as he hits the waiver wire, with every team having the opportunity to claim him.