An NFL ride that began at pick No. 203 overall in the 2009 draft reached its end on Friday.
Cornerback Jason McCourty announced his retirement after 13 seasons, five team captainships and a Super Bowl LIII ring during his tenure with the New England Patriots.
“These past 13 seasons have been one hell of a journey,” McCourty said in an eight-minute video posted to Instagram. “And as I reflect and look back on my career, I have far surpassed any and every expectation I set forth for myself back in 2009. And that’s what I’m most proud of when I look back on my career.