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    WATCH: Former Colts' DE Dwight Freeney puts on Hall of Fame Gold Jacket

    By Paul Bretl,

    1 day ago
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    Former Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney will officially be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame during Saturday’s ceremony, but he got to put on the Gold Jacket on Friday evening.

    Freeney is one of seven players a part of the 2024 Hall of Fame class, and will be enshrined in only his second year of eligibility.

    Freeney played 16 NFL seasons, 11 of which came with the Colts. During his career, Freeney was a seven-time Pro Bowler, a three-time All-Pro, a member of the All-2000s team, and of course, won a Super Bowl with the Colts in 2006.

    Led by speed, quickness, and a devastating spin move, Freeney finished his career 125.5 sacks, 107.5 of which came while with the Colts. All time, Freeney ranks 18th in total sacks. In addition to that impressive figure, Freeney played in 218 games, forced 47 fumbles, and recorded 128 tackles for loss.

    “Everyone always said I was undersized. Too small to play the position. He can’t see past the offensive tackle, he won’t be able to see the quarterback. But being a couple inches shorter, it gives you a natural leverage,” Freeney said of his play style via Yahoo Sports. “I was really one of the first guys predicated on speed, quickness and getting to the ball.”

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