The Denver Broncos are among three teams who have shown interest in free agent linebacker Shaquille Leonard, according to a report from ESPN’s Ed Werder. The Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles are also interested, according to Werder.
Leonard (6-2, 230 pounds) was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round of the 2018 NFL draft out of South Carolina State. After winning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, Leonard went on to earn three Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro nods.
He led the NFL in tackles in 2018 with 163. In 70 career games, Leonard has totaled 614 tackles (32 behind the line), 31 pass breakups, 20 quarterback hits, 17 forced fumbles, 15 sacks and 12 interceptions
Last year, Leonard was hindered by a back injury and only played in three games. He played in nine games this season before being waived by Indianapolis on Nov. 21 (he cleared waivers). Before being cut, Leonard played 455 snaps (70%) with the Colts this year, totaling 65 tackles.
Denver’s current inside linebackers are Josey Jewell, Alex Singleton, Drew Sanders, Justin Strnad and Ben Niemann. The Broncos have an open spot on the 53-man roster after losing safety Kareem Jackson to a four-game suspension.
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