Over the past three years, Chiefs outside linebacker Tamba Hali has wavered on the concept of retirement. The wear and tear on his knees is real, yet he loves the game of football so much that it’s hard for him to imagine life without it.
When asked Tuesday if this will be his final season, the 34-year old’s response came more from his head than his heart.
“I don’t want to speak on it, and then I don’t want to run away from the question,” said Hali, a 12-year pro. “I don’t want to say I’m not gonna play, because the way I feel two weeks out of football, I’ll probably be ready to play.