Gary Brackett


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Position: MLB
Jersey #: 58
Date of Birth: May 23, 1980
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 235 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2003 by
First Team: IND (2003)
Last Team: IND (2011)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Gary Brackett Career Overview

Position: Middle Linebacker (MLB)
Date of Birth: May 23, 1980

Professional Career

  • Team: Indianapolis Colts
  • Years Active: 2003 - 2011

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2003.
  • Played a pivotal role in the Colts' defense, becoming a starter in 2005.
  • Was a key player on the 2006 Indianapolis Colts team that won Super Bowl XLI.
  • Recorded over 100 tackles in multiple seasons, showcasing his ability to read plays and make impactful stops.
  • Known for his leadership on and off the field, Brackett was respected by teammates and coaches alike.
  • In 2007, he was named a team captain, highlighting his importance to the locker room and his influence on younger players.
  • Brackett finished his career with 563 total tackles, 4.5 sacks, and 5 interceptions, emphasizing his well-rounded skills as a linebacker.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from the NFL, Brackett has been involved in various business ventures and community initiatives.
  • He founded the Gary Brackett Foundation, which focuses on helping at-risk youth in the Indianapolis area.

Legacy

Gary Brackett is remembered as a hard-working, undersized linebacker who defied the odds to become a key contributor to the Indianapolis Colts' success during the mid-2000s. His impact on the field and in the community continues to resonate beyond his playing days.

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