[2][3] As a sophomore in 1920, he moved to the left halfback position where he continued to excel as a triple-threat man.
[7] In October 1921, Sheard reportedly joined the Rochester Jeffersons of the National Football League (NFL),[8] but no statistical information is recorded regarding his role on the 1921 team.
In 1926, Sheard joined the Rochester Oxfords football team as both player and coach.
[15] After leading the Oxfords to multiple Western New York football championships, he did the same for the Russers.
[16] Sheard later served as the head football coach at his alma mater, St. Lawrence, for one season, in 1942.