Indianapolis Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard expressed frustration publicly again on Thursday regarding his limited role at starting linebacker (via 1075TheFan’s Kevin Bowen):
Just like last week, Shaq Leonard expressing frustration with scaled back role.
Leonard got 39 snaps last week (2nd lowest of year), despite no Zaire Franklin.
Clear staff disagreement from Leonard, who doesn’t see role (splitting 1st & 2nd downs, no 3rd down) changing in '23. pic.twitter.com/6xk02ZNtiD— Kevin Bowen (@KBowen1070) November 9, 2023There clearly is some disconnect between how Leonard believes he’s capable of playing on passing downs compared to the Colts coaching staff, who appear convinced the now noticeably faster and more athletic E.