The Philadelphia Eagles are officially saying goodbye to one of the most dominant defensive players in franchise history. Defensive tackle Fletcher Cox has announced his retirement from the NFL, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Cox, a cornerstone of the Eagles' defense for 12 seasons, leaves the game as a six-time Pro Bowler and a four-time All-Pro selection. A key member of the Super Bowl LII championship team, Cox has been the heart of the Philadelphia defensive line since being selected in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft, per @RapSheet.
The announcement marks the end of an illustrious career that saw Cox record 70 sacks and earn a spot on the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team. Cox spent his entire career in Philadelphia, appearing in 188 regular-season games. He joins fellow franchise icon Jason Kelce in stepping away from the game, marking the conclusion of an era for the organization's veteran core.
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