Julian Edelman retired from the New England Patriots in April of 2021, but that didn't stop rumors and speculation about him potentially returning to the NFL at some point, maybe even with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Unlike former teammate Rob Gronkowski, Edelman has not come out of retirement. And on the latest episode of Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" podcast, the ex-Patriots wide receiver made it clear his playing days are over.
His reasoning made perfect sense.
"I'm done, boys," Edelman said.