SHAQUILLE LEONARD NEWS

Getting season-ending surgery Leonard (neck) underwent back surgery Tuesday and will miss the rest of the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The standout linebacker previously had surgery in June to repair two discs in his back, but the procedure didn't yield the results that Leonard and the Colts had counted on. Leonard missed the Colts' first three games while recovering from surgery, then suffered a concussion and fractured nose in his return to the field Week 4. He missed three more games before returning to action Week 8, only to succumb to further neck and back problems a week later before he sat out this past Sunday's win over the Raiders. The Colts had already placed Leonard on injured reserve last weekend, and the 27-year-old's decision to get another back surgery officially closes the door on him staging a late-season return. Leonard is hopeful that his latest procedure will resolve his back problems once and for all and have him back to full health well in advance of the 2023 season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts hope emotional win helps inspire 2nd half charge

The Indianapolis Colts knew many people would write them off Sunday

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Report: Colts' Shaquille Leonard could miss rest of season According to an ESPN report, Colts LB Shaquille Leonard could miss the rest of the season.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Meeting specialist Monday Leonard (neck/back) is scheduled to meet with a specialist Monday to determine whether he can play again in the 2022 season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The Colts placed Leonard on injured reserve with a back injury Saturday, but he will consult neck surgeon Dr. Robert Watkins on Monday to determine whether to be shut down for the 2022 season and focus on a 2023 return. Interim head coach Jeff Saturday said Wednesday that Leonard could not complete practice due to a new development in nerve-related issues stemming from offseason surgery undergone back in June. The three-time All-Pro has just three appearances under his belt this year.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

IR-bound with back injury Indianapolis placed Leonard (back) on its injured reserve list Saturday.

Impact Leonard sat out six of the Colts' first seven games, but he apparently never got back to 100 percent before he returned for Weeks 8 and 9, as he'll now be forced to spend the next four games on the sideline. As long as the three-time All-Pro remains out, Zaire Franklin and Bobby Okereke should continue to do the majority of the heavy lifting at linebacker for Indianapolis.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts place LB Shaquille Leonard on IR among several moves LB Shaquille Leonard placed on IR among several Colts’ roster moves.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

In line to head to IR Leonard (back) is expected to be placed on the Colts' injured reserve, after he sustained a setback during Wednesday's practice Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Leonard, who returned in limited fashion in each of Indianapolis' last two games, suffered a setback during Wednesday's session and is now slated to miss at least the next four games while on injured reserve. The 27-year-old battled both back and ankle issues throughout the first half of the 2022 campaign, and he'll now likely undergo an MRI to determine the severity of his setback. While Leonard remains sidelined, E.J. Speed is expected to serve as the team's starting middle linebacker Sunday in Las Vegas.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts get disappointing injury news about LB Shaquille Leonard Leonard is still having trouble with the nerves firing in his calf.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Sidelined Week 10 after setback Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday said that Leonard (back/ankle) suffered a setback during practice Wednesday and won't be available for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Jam...

Impact Leonard underwent ankle surgery this offseason and dealt with numerous injuries -- including a back issue -- that kept him out for all but one game over the first seven weeks of the season. The star middle linebacker was able to return Week 8 against Washington and subsequently played 58 defensive snaps over Indianapolis' past two games. However, with either the back or ankle issue having flared back up, Leonard is set to receive an MRI and will be sidelined for at least one more contest. Expect E.J. Speed to serve as Leonard's primary replacement Sunday in Las Vegas.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shaquille Leonard: Colts at Raiders, Week 10 Linebacker Shaquille Leonard meets with the media as the Colts prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Report: Colts LB Shaquille Leonard called out Patriots plays pre-snap Patriots coach Bill Belichick on Shaq Leonard calling out plays: ‘That’s what good defensive players do.’

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Colts, Pats both looking for offensive improvement

The New England Patriots will try again to move above

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Insider: Why Colts are subbing Shaquille Leonard in for Bobby Okereke, not Zaire Franklin The Colts said Shaquille Leonard would play middle linebacker in Gus Bradley's defense but, coming off injury, he's been playing weak-side L...

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Grabs interception in return Leonard had four total tackles and an interception in Sunday's loss to Washington.

Impact Leonard came off the bench and played on 24 of the defense's 61 snaps. He was on a playing time limit as he works his way back from multiple injuries. Leonard started his season recovering from July back surgery, which kept him on the PUP list during training camp. When he returned in Week 4, he was forced to exit early after suffering a concussion and fractured nose and didn't return until Sunday. It wouldn't be surprising to see him move into the starting lineup and play significantly more snaps Week 9 at New England.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shaquille Leonard: Colts vs. Commanders Postgame Linebacker Shaquille Leonard meets with the media following Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 8.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Shaquille Leonard Earns Takeaway In Return, But 'Disappointed' In Final Outcome Indianapolis Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard had one of his patented well-timed takeaways Sunday against the Washington Commanders, but a...

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Nyheim Hines follows Leonard's INT with Colts' first TD of game Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines follows linebacker Shaquille Leonard's interception with the Colts' first touchdown of the game...

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Lewis' ambush of Heinicke sparks INT by Shaquille Leonard Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman Tyquan Lewis' ambush of Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke sets up an interception by Co...

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Leonard to play limited role for Colts; Ryan is inactive

The Indianapolis Colts have activated three-time All-Pro linebacker Darius Leonard and have deactivated quarterback Matt Ryan for Sunday's game against Washington

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts update status of Shaquille Leonard and Kwity Paye ahead of Commanders game Shaquille Leonard has only played in one game this season, but he'll make his return against the Commanders. It'll come with some limitation...

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Set to play in Week 8 Leonard (back) will be active for Sunday's Week 8 contest versus the Commanders, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official website reports.

Impact Leonard will return to the field for the first time since Week 4, but head coach Frank Reich said Friday that he will be "on a pitch count" in the contest. Regardless of the amount of snaps he plays, the 27-year-old is a welcomed addition to a defensive unit that has been very inconsistent this year. Leonard produced 122 tackles, eight pass deflections, four interceptions, eight forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries over 16 games last season.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts Declare Matt Ryan, Kwity Paye Out, Shaquille Leonard Will Play vs. Commanders The Indianapolis Colts have ruled three players out ahead of their Week 8 matchup with the Washington Commanders, including quarterback Matt...

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Logs another full practice Leonard (back) was a full participant in practice Thursday, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.

Impact Leonard started his season still recovering from July back surgery, which kept him on the PUP list during training camp. When he returned in Week 4, he was forced to exit early after suffering a concussion and fractured nose. The veteran linebacker has played just 16 snaps this season, but it appears he may finally be making another return to the field, as he's logged back-to-back full practices ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Practice Notebook: Shaquille Leonard Feeling 'Better And Better,' Hopes For Week 8 Return For Colts vs. Washington Commanders Leonard has only played 16 snaps this season after missing time due to offseason back surgery, and a concussion/nose injury sustained in Wee...

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Shaquille Leonard feels 'like a linebacker' again, hopes his number's called this week The Indianapolis Colts' All-Pro linebacker has played roughly one half this season because of surgery rehabilitation and injuries.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM