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Linebacker says risk of head injury not worth it

Linebacker says risk of head injury not worth it

Chris Borland, 24, of the San Francisco 49ers walks away from big money "to do what's best for my health." Studies suggest that the hard knocks of football can lead to debilitating head injuries.

Senh: Wow. Borland's thinking long term. In his brief NFL stint, he's probably made enough to last him a lifetime if he spends it wisely. It's courageous of him to make a stand, especially after most of his peers became depressed and committed suicide shortly after their retirement because of head injuries sustained during their careers. This will change football.

 

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis set to retire at end of season

Ray Lewis' 17-year career in the NFL looks like it's finally coming to an end. The 37-year-old linebacker told teammates "this will be my last ride," according to the team's official Twitter account.

 

Agent: Randy Moss retiring from NFL

Agent: Randy Moss retiring from NFL

Randy Moss is calling it a career after 13 seasons in the NFL as one of the most dynamic and polarizing players the league has ever seen. Moss's agent, Joel Segal, said Monday that the receiver was considering offers from several teams, but made the decision to retire. Segal declined to comment specifically on the offers, instead saying his client felt the time was right to step away.

 

Quarterback Brett Favre Reportedly Turns in Retirement Paperwork

Quarterback Brett Favre Reportedly Turns in Retirement Paperwork

While Favre could still change his mind, as he did during the 2008 and 2009 offseasons, there is no indication the granddaddy gunslinger will return this time. The 41-year-old quarterback stated 2010 was his final season after rejoining the Minnesota ...

 

Favre Says He's Undecided, Denies He Sent Texts

Brett Favre told ESPN he has not made a decision about next season but will play if his ankle is healthy.

 

Teammate: Favre texted players saying he's done

Teammate: Favre texted players saying he's done

Even though Brett Favre has told some of his teammates he's calling it a career, the Minnesota Vikings are hoping for one last change of heart from the quarterback who just can't stay retired.

Senh: Looks like was all a fabrication by the ap. Favre's retirement is still up in the air.

 

Arizona QB Kurt Warner calls it quits

Arizona QB Kurt Warner calls it quits

Now that Kurt Warner has made the call and thrown his last NFL touchdown pass with pinpoint accuracy, what do we know about the Arizona Cardinals once again being Matt Leinart's team, other than that's what it says right here?

 

Bruschi retires following 13 seasons with Patriots

Tedy Bruschi has announced his retirement after 13 seasons with the New England Patriots.

 

Glover retires after 13 seasons, six trips to the Pro Bowl

Defensive tackle La'Roi Glover has announced his retirement after 13 seasons in the NFL.

 

New reason for Favre return

New reason for Favre return

One NFL source says Brett Favre can't retire peacefully until he gets revenge.

 

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