Cowboys Rumors: Shaquille Leonard to 'Assess' Options After Visit amid Eagles Buzz

Free-agent linebacker Shaquille Leonard is reportedly set to "assess" his options after visiting with the Dallas Cowboys and garnering interest from the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dan Graziano of ESPN reported Leonard wants to test the market and land himself the best possible contract and situation after being released by the Indianapolis Colts. The Eagles and Cowboys have been the two most prominent teams linked to the four-time All-Pro.

The Cowboys hosted Leonard for a visit Tuesday, and owner Jerry Jones said the franchise did not need to watch any film on him to be interested.

"It's not real hard to look and see what a player he's been," Jones said on Shan & RJ on Audacy's 105.3 The Fan. "He's been outstanding during his career. We'll want to check his health, see where he is currently."

Leonard was an All-Pro each of his first four seasons but has struggled in recovering from a back injury that first resulted in offseason surgery after the 2021 season. He was able to play in only three games last season before going on injured reserve and was clearly diminished before losing playing time with the Colts in 2023.

PFF gave Leonard a grade of 60.3 across his nine appearances prior to his release.

Dallas is attempting to find a replacement for Leighton Vander Esch, who will miss the remainder of the season with a neck injury. Eagles linebacker Zach Cunningham is also dealing with a hamstring injury that will further limit Philadelphia's already-depleted linebacking corps.

The Eagles and Cowboys are both Super Bowl contenders with immediate needs at linebacker, so it's hard to see any scenario where Leonard will find better options. Given the Cowboys' $10.9 million in space, they have a financial advantage over the Eagles, who have just $2 million to work with.