C.J. Mosley Announces Retirement After 11 NFL Seasons

C.J. Mosley, a five-time Pro Bowl linebacker, announced his retirement from the NFL at age 33 after 11 seasons with the Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets. Drafted 17th overall by the Ravens in 2014, Mosley earned four Pro Bowl selections and multiple All-Pro honors with Baltimore before signing a five-year, $85 million contract with the Jets in 2019. His tenure with the Jets included opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 and recording at least 150 tackles in each of his three fully healthy seasons. Mosley’s final season was limited to four games due to toe and neck injuries before his release by the Jets in March 2024. He retires with 1,083 tackles, 12 sacks, and 12 interceptions, and was recognized for his leadership. At Alabama, Mosley won two national titles and the Butkus Award under coach Nick Saban.