Former New England Patriots linebacker Jamie Collins called it a career Friday, announcing his retirement in an interview with ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
“It hasn’t hit me yet, but I’m officially retired,” Collins told Reiss. “It was wonderful and something I never thought I’d be a part of. Made a lot of great relationships. Had a ton of fun. Now it’s time to relax and be with my family.”
Drafted in the second round by New England in 2013, Collins logged four separate stints with the Patriots, appearing in a total of 79 games for the franchise.