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Former Denver Broncos DT Terrance Knighton Retires

The man known as “Pot Roast” has officially hung up his cleats.

Terrance Knighton, who played in the NFL for eight seasons, announced his retirement on Wednesday. The reason he chose to retire was to pursue coaching.

After eight seasons, DT Terrance "Pot Roast" Knighton is retiring from the NFL at age 30 to pursue a career in coaching, he said. Great run.

Knighton spent two seasons with the Denver Broncos. His playmaking abilities in the running game helped lead the Broncos to their first Super Bowl appearance in 15 years.

He also spent his career with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Washington Redskins.