13 Facts About Gary Brackett

Gary Brackett played college football at Rutgers, and signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2003.

Gary Brackett was a two-time All-South Jersey selection, a two-time All-Group I choice, and a two-time All-Tri-County Conference choice.

Gary Brackett was a walk-on to the Rutgers University football team.

Gary Brackett competed for a roster spot as a backup linebacker and special teams player during training camp in 2003.

Gary Brackett impressed the coaching staff with his ability covering kickoffs.

Gary Brackett made his professional regular season debut during the Indianapolis Colts' season-opener at the Cleveland Browns.

Gary Brackett sacked Bills' quarterback Drew Bledsoe for a nine-yard loss during the second quarter.

Gary Brackett started for the Colts in their Super Bowl XLI win over the Chicago Bears.

Gary Brackett recorded 99 tackles in both 2008 and 2009.

Gary Brackett started for the Colts in their Super Bowl XLIV loss to the New Orleans Saints.

Gary Brackett was released following the 2011 season on March 9,2012.

Gary Brackett earned a Master of Business Administration degree after retirement and opened a series of restaurants in Indianapolis, including CharBlue downtown.

In 2011, Gary Brackett published Winning: From Walk-On to Captain, In Football and Life, a memoir about his life, including his accomplishments and struggles with family, college, and the NFL.