Teddy Bridgewater Announces Retirement After Ten Seasons
Former Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater said he is retiring due to ongoing physical issues that prevent him from playing safely.
Former Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater posted on social media that he is retiring from professional football. He said a severe knee injury he suffered a decade ago has left lasting damage, and his body can no longer handle the demands of the sport. Bridgewater added that he wants to prioritize his health and be present for his children as they grow up.
"I have to listen to my body and step away so I can be there for my family," he wrote. Bridgewater highlighted that he was able to play ten more seasons after the injury, defying early predictions that his career would end. He expressed gratitude for his time in the game and indicated that he is ending his career on his own terms.