One of many greatest Tremendous Bowl heroes in NFL historical past has introduced his retirement.
Former New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler on Saturday instructed Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 that he has determined to name it a profession. Butler shared the information after an NFL panel dialogue at a Dick’s Sporting Items retailer in Houston.
“I’m retired,” Butler stated. “I did the very best I can do. Strolling away from the sport feeling comfy. Everyone can do extra, however I’m happy with my profession. It’s time to maneuver on and transition.”
Butler started his profession with the New England Patriots in 2014 as an undrafted free agent out of West Alabama. He spent 4 seasons with the group and gained two Tremendous Bowls. The Patriots wouldn’t have gained Tremendous Bowl XLIX in opposition to the Seattle Seahawks with out Butler making among the finest performs in NFL historical past.
Butler parlayed his success with New England right into a 5-year, $61 million contract with the Tennessee Titans in 2018. He spent a while with the Arizona Cardinals in 2021 earlier than returning to the Patriots in 2022, although he didn’t play in a regular-season recreation in both season.
The 34-year-old Butler finishes his profession with 406 whole tackles and 17 interceptions.
