The Philadelphia Eagles and their fans are losing another legend - Fletcher Cox is retiring after 12 seasons with the team.
The most decorated defensive tackle in Eagles history announced his retirement in an Instagram post addressed to Eagles fans on Sunday."April 26, 2012, was a special day that changed my life forever when Andy Reid called me to say I would be drafted by the Eagles."Cox played 12 seasons with the Eagles, receiving six Pro Bowl nods, earning four First Team All Pro selections, and helping lead the team to a Super Bowl victory in 2018.
Go Birds!"RELATED HEADLINES:In his emotional announcement, Cox made sure to thank all those who touched his career, starting with his coaches and staff who "helped me grow not just as a player, but as a young man into the man I am today."Then, his mom, sisters and girlfriend got a special shout out for all their support, along with his late brother Shaddrick."Everything I accomplished since your passing has been for you.
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