Former NFC South Star And 2-Time Champ Bids Farewell To The NFL After Nine Seasons

The former New Orleans Saints nemesis and NFC South defender decides to hang up his cleats.

Former Tampa Bay linebacker Shaquil Barrett, 31, announced his retirement on social media after winning two Super Bowl rings in his nine-season NFL career."It's time for me to hang it up," Barrett posted on Instagram. "It's been a great ride, and I appreciate everything that came with it over the years. I'm ready to shift my full focus to my wife and kids and help them realize their dreams.

Nov 17, 2019; Tampa, FL, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees throws the ball as Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett pressures during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports / Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports, Barrett totaled 17 solo tackles, five assists, four sacks, and two forced fumbles. During the offseason, he signed with the Miami Dolphins, but chose to call it a career before the start of training camp.

Barrett's impressive career statistics amass 400 tackles, 125 QB hits, 73 tackles for loss, 59 sacks, 22 forced fumbles, and three interceptions in 131 games.

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