India, Oct. 2 -- One of the finest defensive players of the modern generation, Shaquille Leonard, is set to retire as a member of the Indianapolis Colts, the team announced on Wednesday. The three-time All-Pro linebacker will reportedly address the Colts fans at halftime of the side's fixture against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Leonard will hold a press conference before the game starts, according to CBS Sports.

Nicknamed "The Maniac," Leonard had played most of his six-season career with the Colts. The 30-year-old was adjudged the NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2018. He had also earned first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowler in his rookie season.

Leonard had led the NFL with eight forced fumbles in 2021. A report published by ESP...