Michael Pierce has announced his retirement from NFL after playing 9 seasons in his career. He had earned a reputation for being one of the best defensive linemen of the Baltimore Ravens. The 32-year-old American football player appeared on the Sports Spectrum podcast to make his decision public on March 12, 2025. Michael Pierce had a strong season last year with the Baltimore Ravens by helping his team rank first in the league in run defense with 80.1 yards per game.
His consistent performance for the Baltimore Ravens has been integral to winning matches in the NFL. Michael Pierce thanked several people for backing his game on the football field including his father, former NFL coaches, Ozzie Newsome, and Eric DeCosta, for their guidance.