Former Denver Broncos star safety Justin Simmons has officially announced his retirement from the NFL. The news was confirmed during his appearance on NFL Network’s "The Insiders," according to Ian Rapoport.
During the segment, Simmons discussed the factors behind his decision to step away from professional football, his plans for his post-playing career, and the highlights of his time in Denver. Simmons spent eight seasons with the Broncos after being selected in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft out of Boston College.
A standout performer in the secondary, Simmons earned four Second-team All-Pro selections and two Pro Bowl nods during his career. He finished his tenure with 30 career interceptions, which stands as the most by any player in the league since he entered in 2016. He also recorded 604 total tackles and 64 passes defended across 118 career games.
Simmons was released by the Broncos in March 2024 and remained a free agent before confirming his retirement on Wednesday. He was widely considered one of the top remaining defensive players available on the market prior to this announcement.
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