Carl Nassib announced his retirement from the league Wednesday after seven seasons in the NFL. The veteran linebacker and defensive end called the moment "bittersweet" in an Instagram post and added that leaving the league will allow him to put more focus on his company, Rayze, a social media app that connects nonprofits to donors.
"I can truly hang up my helmet for the last time knowing I gave it everything I had," Nassib wrote. "Growing up I loved how fun football was. I loved the pursuit of perfection. I loved the small window where every player has to chase their dreams.