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Eagles' Saquon Barkley: Retirement could come 'out of nowhere'
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is coming off a career year, complete with an NFL rushing title, a Super Bowl championship and even the cover of the "Madden 26" video game.,That said, Barkley raised a few eyebrows recently when he revealed his retirement plan is similar to that of Ha...
Reports: Texans CB Ronald Darby set to retire
Houston Texans cornerback Ronald Darby informed the team he plans to retire, according to multiple reports Monday. ,Darby, 31, signed a one-year, $2.5 million contract in March to join his fifth team in the past six seasons. Houston has the luxury of talent and depth at the position, drafting Southe...
Lions C Frank Ragnow retires at age 29
Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow is calling it a career after seven NFL seasons. ,In a post to social media, Ragnow confirmed reports of his impending retirement, saying he's ready to prioritize health and family two weeks after his 29th birthday.,"These past couple of months have been very trying ...
2-time All-Star Josh Harrison retires
Two-time All-Star Josh Harrison announced his retirement on Saturday, the 14th anniversary of his major league debut.,Harrison, 37, hasn't played in the majors since July 30, 2023.,<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This ride was nothing short of amazing! God is good! ???? <a h...
Free agent TE Marcedes Lewis, 41, envisions 2025 season as last
Free agent tight end Marcedes Lewis is planning to hang up his cleats at the end of the 2025 season.,Lewis, 41, announced his plans on the "Up & Adams" show on Thursday.,"Mentally, I'm going into it saying this is going to be my last year," Lewis told host Kay Adams. "Obviously to have 19 amazing ye...
Longtime Patriots C David Andrews retiring
Longtime Patriots center David Andrews is retiring from the NFL after 10 years in New England.,The team announced Wednesday that a retirement press conference will be held for Andrews, 32, on Monday.,The Patriots released the two-time Super Bowl champion in March with one year and $8 million fully g...
2B/OF Tony Kemp retires after nine seasons
Second baseman/outfielder Tony Kemp announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Thursday after nine seasons.,Kemp, 33, played with the Houston Astros (2016-19), Chicago Cubs (2019), then-Oakland Athletics (2020-23) and Baltimore Orioles (2024).,"Thank you God, for allowing me to be a Majo...
Matt Carpenter, former Cardinals All-Star, retires
Matt Carpenter, a three-time All-Star who played 14 major league seasons, is retiring from baseball.,He made the announcement Wednesday on Sports Spectrum's "Get in the Game" podcast hosted by former teammate Scott Linebrink.,Carpenter, an infielder, was selected by the Cardinals in the 13th round o...
Former Utah QB Cam Rising medically retires
Former Utah quarterback Cam Rising announced Wednesday that he is medically retiring from football due to a hand injury sustained last season.,Rising made the announcement in a post to X.,"Due to a hand injury I suffered during the Baylor game, I've been advised by two orthopedic physicians that I w...
Former Tennessee WR Bru McCoy medically retires
Former Tennessee wide receiver Bru McCoy announced his retirement from football due to medical reasons.,As a senior in 2024, he caught 39 passes for 472 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games for the Volunteers.,McCoy returned to play last season following multiple surgeries to repair a dislocated and...
Pitcher Ross Stripling announces retirement
Right-hander Ross Stripling announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Monday after nine seasons.,Stripling, 35, requested and received his release from the Kansas City Royals in spring training after being informed he wasn't going to make the Opening Day roster.,"This has been an unbeli...
Jimmer Fredette announces basketball retirement at 36
Jimmer Fredette, a college basketball standout who later starred in China and with USA Basketball, announced his retirement from the game on Wednesday.,"It's time to say goodbye to basketball," he posted to X. "I have loved every second of my career through the good and the bad! Thank you all for th...
Report: Longtime Cowboys LT Tyron Smith to retire
Left tackle Tyron Smith will sign a one-day contract with the Dallas Cowboys and retire after 14 NFL seasons, NFL Network reported Tuesday.,Smith, 34, played 13 seasons in Dallas before spending last year with the New York Jets.,He is an eight-time Pro Bowl and five-time All-Pro selection -- two fir...
CB Patrick Peterson retires as a Cardinal
Three-time All-Pro cornerback Patrick Peterson retired from the NFL as an Arizona Cardinal on Monday.,Peterson, 34, announced his retirement at the Cardinals' practice facility in Tempe. The team honored him with a highlight video, and several former teammates, including receiver Larry Fitzgerald an...
Jets prospect retires at 21 due to tissue disorder
Winnipeg Jets prospect Chaz Lucius announced his retirement due to a hereditary tissue disorder.,The 21-year-old forward, a first-round draft pick (18th overall) in 2021, confirmed his diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome on Tuesday.,The condition affects connective tissues that stabilize the body's ...
5-time All-Pro WR Julio Jones announces retirement
Wide receiver Julio Jones officially announced his retirement from the NFL via the social media app Squad on Friday.,Jones is one of the most prolific pass-catchers of the modern era. He is a five-time All-Pro (twice selected to the first team) and a seven-time Pro Bowler.,Jones, who spent the bulk ...
Veteran RHP Lance Lynn announces retirement
Long-time St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Lance Lynn announced Tuesday that he has retired from Major League Baseball after 13 seasons.,"Baseball season is upon us and I'm right here on the couch and that is where I'm gonna stay," Lynn said on his wife's podcast, "Dymin in the Rough.","I am officia...
Tennessee's Rick Barnes on retirement talk: 'In God's hands'
INDIANAPOLIS -- Tennessee coach Rick Barnes left open the possibility his next loss could be his final game on the sideline as the Vols prepare to face Kentucky in the Sweet 16 on Friday night. ,Barnes said at Lucas Oil Stadium on Thursday afternoon he is following faith to decide whether to continu...
WR Michael Gallup eyes comeback after brief retirement
Former NFL wide receiver Michael Gallup is ending his retirement and seeking a return to the league, NFL Network reported.,Gallup, who retired last offseason, was released from the Las Vegas Raiders' reserve/retired list on Friday. He signed a one-year contract with the team in April 2024 but opted ...
Mitch Morse, longtime NFL center, retires
Longtime NFL center Mitch Morse announced his retirement Thursday.,"The things I'll remember and cherish most about my career are the relationships and bonds I created with my teammates, both on and off of the field. Nothing can replace that, and I will miss it dearly," Morse wrote in a social media...