Ndamukong Suh Retires After 13 NFL Seasons | Emotional Farewell Message Five-time Pro Bowler, three-time All-Pro, and Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Suh has officially announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 incredible seasons. On the one-year anniversary of his father’s passing, Suh shared an emotional message honoring his dad and reflecting on his football journey.
In this video, we cover: Suh’s career highlights and stats The teams he played for His Super Bowl victory His powerful retirement message What’s next for Suh after football
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00:00Ndamukong Su announced his retirement after 13-year NFL career.
00:05After 13 hard-fought seasons in the NFL, five-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle and Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Su has officially announced his retirement.
00:15The 37-year-old made the announcement on Saturday, choosing the one-year anniversary of his father's passing to share the emotional decision with fans.
00:23In a heartfelt message on social media, Su reflected on the impact his father had on his life and career.
00:31He wasn't just my dad, he was my idol, my coach, my anchor, Su wrote.
00:37Every snap I took carried his fingerprint.
00:40Every time I lined up, I could hear his voice, pushing me to be the best, reminding me I was representing more than myself.
00:48Before his father passed away, he gave Su one last piece of advice.
00:52It's time to let football go.
00:55You've done everything you set out to do.
00:57Now it's time for the next chapter.
01:00One year later, Su honored that advice, officially hanging up his cleats and saying goodbye to a legendary NFL career.
01:08A dominant career from day one.
01:11Su entered the league as the number two overall pick in the 2010 NFL draft, selected by the Detroit Lions.
01:18From the very beginning, he was a force to be reckoned with.
01:22As a rookie, he started every game, recorded 66 tackles, 10 sacks, a career high, forced a fumble, and even grabbed an interception.
01:32He was named to the Pro Bowl, earned first-team All-Pro honors, and won AP Defensive Rookie of the Year.
01:38In his five seasons with the Lions, Su made four Pro Bowls and consistently established himself as one of the most feared interior defensive linemen in the league.
01:48He went on to sign a massive deal with the Miami Dolphins, spending three seasons there and earning another Pro Bowl nod.
01:55Su later played with the Los Angeles Rams in 2018 before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019, where he helped the team win Super Bowl 55 in 2020.
02:07His final NFL stint came in 2022 with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he joined midseason and helped the team reach Super Bowl 57, playing in eight regular season games and three playoff contests.
02:21The stats say it all.
02:24In total, Su's career numbers are impressive.
02:26Su built a reputation for being a relentless competitor, a physical enforcer in the trenches,
02:53and a player who brought intensity and leadership to every team he joined.
02:59Moving on, but not slowing down.
03:01Even after his last game in the 2022 playoffs, Su left the door open for a possible return.
03:08He remained a free agent through 2023 and into 2024, hinting a few times that he might consider one final run.
03:16But Saturday's statement made it clear.
03:19The NFL chapter of his life is now closed.
03:21I've got so many memories to cherish.
03:25Thirteen seasons.
03:27A Super Bowl ring.
03:29Countless battles in the trenches.
03:31Su wrote.
03:32I left it all on the field, and now I'm stepping away with peace and gratitude.
03:37Because I've been preparing for this for years.
03:41Football was my passion, but it was never my endgame.
03:45So what's next for Su?
03:46While he hasn't revealed all the details, one thing is clear.
03:51He's not done achieving big things.
03:53If you've ever followed my journey, thank you.
03:56He added.
03:57If you've ever cheered, supported, critiqued, or pushed me, you're part of the reason I kept going.
04:04And if you're wondering what's next, tune in.
04:07Follow along.
04:07I'm just getting started.
04:10A legacy that lasts.
04:12And Damukong Su's name will be remembered as one of the most dominant defensive tackles of his era.
04:18From his explosive rookie season to his final playoff run, he brought power, intensity, and heart to every snap.
04:25Now, as he steps into the next phase of life, fans will no doubt be watching to see what the next chapter holds for this NFL great.
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