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.

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.

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 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.