Sheard had 19 tackles (10 solo), 1.5 sacks and one forced fumble across nine games with the Giants in 2020.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard also played one game for the Jaguars in 2020, in which he recorded one defended pass. The veteran linebacker put forth his worst statistical season in terms of both sacks and tackles in 2020, and he's set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

Sheard tallied three tackles (two solo), one sack and two tackles for loss Sunday against Cincinnati.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard has played in just four games this season after being picked up off Jacksonville's practice squad, but he made an impact in Week 12. He's recorded six tackles (three solo) and a forced fumble to go along with his lone sack from Sunday's matchup.

Sheard signed a contract with the Giants on Tuesday, Michael Elsen of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 31-year-old was on the Jaguars' practice squad and served as an extra player for Sunday's loss to the Lions, playing 15 defensive snaps. Sheard totaled 25 tackles and 4.5 sacks in 13 games with the Colts in 2019 and brings veteran depth to the Giants' defensive front.

Sheard posted 25 tackles, 4.5 sacks and two pass breakups over 13 games in 2019.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard missed the entire preseason and the first three regular-season contests after undergoing knee surgery. The 30-year-old defensive end's tackle count was cut in half (from 50) this year, but he still managed to make his presence known in the pass rush with 20 quarterback pressures. Sheard will be an unrestricted free agent in March.

Sheard recorded a sack during Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Titans.

EDGE Analysis

The sack was Sheard's lone stop of the game despite leading the team's defensive ends with 37 defensive snaps. The 30-year-old has 29 tackles (20 solo) and 3.5 sacks through nine games, making him a tough sell as an IDP option.

Sheard accumulated three tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 16-12 loss to Miami.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the first three games of the season, Sheard is now up to 18 tackles (15 solo) and 2.5 sacks, his lowest output in his nine-year career to date. He has seen at least 45 defensive snaps the past five contests, showing that he has a strong role across the Colts' defensive front. Sheard will face a decent matchup against AFC South rival Jacksonville for Week 11.

Sheard (foot) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's against Denver, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard didn't participate at practice Thursday but returned for a full session Friday to clear him for Week 8. The 30-year-old has nine tackles (eight solo) and 1.5 sacks in three games this season.

Sheard (foot) did not practice Thursday, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, so his foot issue appears to be a new development. The starting defensive end's level of participation in Friday's practice will illuminate his chances of suiting up against the Broncos on Sunday.

Sheard recorded four tackles, all solo, and a sack across 48 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Texans.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard struggled with a knee injury to begin the season but now has 1.5 sacks over his past two games. The veteran saw the most snaps on the defensive line in the contest. He now shifts his focus to Sunday's matchup against the Broncos.

Sheard recorded a half sack in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Sheard and Kemoko Turay (ankle) combined for the final sack on Patrick Mahomes, forcing the Chiefs to kick a field goal. The Chiefs didn't recover the onside kick and ended up losing their first game of the season. Sheard now has five tackles and 0.5 sacks through two contests.