Nick Foles, who led Eagles to only Super Bowl win in franchise history, announces retirement

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NFL quarterback Nick Foles has decided to retire from the NFL after an 11-year run, which included a Super Bowl victory with the Philadelphia Eagles. 

Foles released a video on social media explaining his decision to retire, while thanking everyone who has been a part of his lengthy journey in the league. 

"It’s crazy to be in this moment, looking at this camera officially announcing my retirement from the NFL," Foles’ video began. "From the first day I was born, my dad put a football in my hand. He must’ve known something, because that became a dream of mine since I’ve been a kid, to play in the NFL. And I will be forever grateful for that."

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Nick Foles, #7 of the Jacksonville Jaguars, stands during the national anthem prior to an NFL football against the Los Angeles Chargers at TIAA Bank Field on December 8, 2019, in Jacksonville, Florida. (Perry Knotts/Getty Images)

"It’s been such a special privilege to play for Philadelphia, St. Louis, Kansas City, Jacksonville, Chicago and Indianapolis."

Foles was the prototypical quarterback in terms of physical attributes coming out of Arizona in 2012. At 6-foot-6, 262 pounds, Foles had a strong arm and good decision-making skills, which ultimately led the Eagles to draft him in the third round (88th overall). 

Foles would make a name for himself in 2013 after taking over the starting position from Michael Vick, who suffered a hamstring injury. He would go on to have an 8-2 record in his 10 starts, and threw for 2,891 yards with 27 touchdowns and two interceptions in 13 total games. 

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