Former Denver Broncos Super Bowl 50 champion Shaq Barrett, who had a brief stint with the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2024, is confirmed to return to play in the 2025 NFL season. Barrett's agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has stated his client's intention to play this year after a series of retirements and comebacks.
Barrett, aged 32, began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent with the Broncos in 2014, where he spent five seasons and won a Super Bowl before moving to the Buccaneers. With an impressive record of 125 quarterback hits and 59 career sacks, Barrett is expected to secure a role as a rotational pass rusher in the upcoming season, although his specific team destination is yet to be determined. After experiencing a turbulent 2024 season, including being initially blocked from returning by the Dolphins before eventually joining the Buccaneers, Barrett is set to make a comeback for the 2025 season.