Leonard Floyd is an American professional football defensive end, currently a free agent in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Georgia before being drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Floyd has established himself as a notable pass rusher during his career.
On September 8, 1992, Leonard Cornilus Floyd was born. He would later become a professional football defensive end.
In April 2011, Leonard Floyd committed to play college football at the University of Georgia.
In 2011, Floyd won the shot put event at the 2011 Region 3AA Meet, recording a career-best throw of 14.96 meters.
In 2013, as a true freshman, Floyd started eight of 13 games and finished the season with 55 tackles and a team-leading 6.5 sacks.
In 2015, as a junior, Floyd played in 13 games and recorded 72 combined tackles and 4.5 sacks.
On March 16, 2016, Floyd participated at Georgia's pro day, performing drills for representatives from all 32 NFL teams, and addressed concerns about his frame.
On May 27, 2016, Floyd signed a four-year contract with the Chicago Bears for $15.78 million.
On October 20, 2016, Floyd recorded his first career forced fumble, defensive touchdown, and fumble recovery in a game against the Green Bay Packers.
On December 4, 2016, Floyd recorded the first safety of his career against the San Francisco 49ers.
On December 24, 2016, Floyd suffered a concussion during a game against the Washington Redskins, ending his rookie season.
After his junior year, in 2016, Floyd announced his intentions to enter the 2016 NFL draft.
In 2016, Floyd received an invitation to the NFL combine as a top prospect in the upcoming NFL Draft, but injured his hamstring during the 40-yard dash.
In 2016, Leonard Floyd was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round of the NFL draft.
On September 28, 2017, Floyd recorded three solo tackles and sacked Packers' quarterback Aaron Rodgers in the Bears' loss.
On October 9, 2017, Floyd collected a season-high six solo tackles, two sacks, and a safety during a loss to the Vikings.
On November 19, 2017, Floyd sustained a leg injury in the Bears' game against the Lions after colliding with a teammate.
On November 23, 2017, the Bears placed Floyd on injured reserve for the remainder of the season due to a sprained MCL and PCL in his right knee.
On November 4, 2018, Floyd intercepted Nathan Peterman and returned it for a 19-yard touchdown, marking his first career interception and second career touchdown.
On May 1, 2019, the Bears picked up the fifth-year option on Floyd's contract.
On April 24, 2020, Floyd signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.
On March 15, 2021, Floyd signed a four-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams worth $64 million.
In the 2022 season, Floyd recorded nine sacks and 59 total tackles.
On March 10, 2023, Floyd was released by the Rams.
On March 18, 2024, Floyd signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.
On March 11, 2025, Floyd was released by the 49ers.
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