Seahawks Center Connor Williams Retires at 27

Connor Williams, the center for the Seattle Seahawks, has announced his retirement from the NFL at just 27 years old, citing personal reasons. Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that Williams, who started all nine games of the season, will not change his mind about stepping away from the game. Williams had a successful career, beginning with the Dallas Cowboys in 2018 before joining the Miami Dolphins and finally the Seahawks, but he suffered an ACL injury last season. The Seahawks will elevate second-year player Olu Oluwatimi to replace Williams as the starting center. In other team news, star wide receiver DK Metcalf is expected to return from injury, which will provide a boost to the Seahawks' offense as they prepare to face the San Francisco 49ers. The Seahawks currently hold a 4-5 record and are struggling within the NFC West.