US Edition
Cleveland Browns Linebacker Jordan Hicks to Retire After 10 Seasons
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OHIO, JUL 25 – Jordan Hicks retires at age 33 due to lingering injuries, leaving the Browns with linebacker depth challenges as he finishes with 952 tackles and a Super Bowl ring, officials said.
- In Berea, Ohio, Hicks revealed on Friday he is retiring after 10 NFL seasons, posting on Instagram.
- After battling elbow and rib injuries that cost him five games last season, Hicks decided to step away on his own terms.
- Having played in four cities, Hicks' career totals of 952 tackles and 16.5 sacks underscore his productivity, and he played for Philadelphia, Arizona, Minnesota and Cleveland.
- With his retirement, Cleveland Browns must fill two linebacker gaps before their September 7 season opener, compounded by Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's season-ending neck injury.
- To replace him, the Cleveland Browns plan to fill Hicks' spot through free agency, promotion or trade in the next couple of weeks, reflecting a trend of players leaving on their own terms.
41 Articles
41 Articles
Kevin Stefanski Eyes 9 Roster Moves After Browns Veteran Announced Retirement
The Cleveland Browns had their hands full already—quarterback reps splitting four ways and the energy in Berea buzzing with anticipation. But then came an unexpected curveball. Just as Coach Kevin Stefanski started sorting out who might lead The Land’s offense this year, a surprise retirement sent ripples through the locker room. On Friday morning, linebacker Jordan Hicks dropped a bomb via social media. “After 23 years of playing football, I’m …
Browns' Veteran Makes Statement After Sudden Retirement
Cleveland Browns veteran linebacker Jordan Hicks decided to retire with training camp in full swing.Hicks was entering his second season with the Browns but had not been with the team for the first few days of camp. He started 12 games last season, finishing third on the team in tackles (78). He added four tackles for loss, five quarterback hits, two sacks and four passes defended.Hicks officially announced his retirement on Friday in a social m…
Former Vikings Linebacker Jordan Hicks Retires
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Cleveland Browns situation at linebacker became a bigger concern on Friday after Jordan Hicks announced his retirement. Hicks missed the first two days of training camp with what the team called a personal matter. The 33-year-old Hicks posted his retirement announcement on Instagram after 10 years in the league. “Football has given me more than I could have ever imagined. Purpose, discipline, brotherhood, and a platform to…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 70% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
