Four-time Pro Bowl center Ryan Kelly has officially announced his retirement from the NFL, according to a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The veteran offensive lineman concludes a highly decorated professional career that saw him anchor the interior of the line for nearly a decade.
Kelly, a former first-round pick out of the University of Alabama, spent his entire career with the Indianapolis Colts. Since being drafted 18th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft, Kelly appeared in over 100 games, earning Pro Bowl honors in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2023. Known for his intelligence at the line of scrimmage and physical presence, he was widely regarded as one of the most consistent centers in the league throughout his tenure.
The retirement of Kelly represents a major transition for the Colts' offensive unit. As a longtime captain and a mainstay in the locker room, his departure leaves a significant void in both leadership and veteran experience on the field. Per @RapSheet, the announcement marks the end of a standout career for one of the league's premier interior blockers.
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