Justin Pugh announced his retirement from the NFL at the age of 34, completing 11 seasons. He played six years with the New York Giants and five with the Arizona Cardinals. Pugh reflected on his career, expressing gratitude for being able to retire on his own terms. After recovering from a significant knee injury, he played again in 2023 but opted not to pursue a 12th NFL season. He noted that being an offensive lineman was a defining role in his life, although he never aspired to that position as a child.
"I've played here six of my 11 years in the NFL. Not many players get to go out on their terms, and after 11 years playing in the NFL, I am officially retiring from the league. I thought I was going to do another one, but just didn't have it in the tank."
"Like every little boy, I always dreamed of playing in the NFL... I definitely never planned on making a block so Eli (Manning) could throw the ball down the field. I never dreamed of being an offensive lineman."
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