NFL Star CJ Mosley Announces Retirement After Stellar 11-Year Career

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CJ Mosley, the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker, has bid farewell to the National Football League (NFL) after a remarkable 11-year career. Mosley, who turned 33 on June 19, announced his retirement on the same day, marking the end of a decade-long journey that saw him become a standout performer for the Baltimore Ravens and the New York Jets. Throughout his career, Mosley earned numerous accolades, including being named to the Pro Bowl five times and earning the second-team All-Pro honors in 2022. He also holds impressive statistics, with 1,083 tackles, 12 sacks, 12 interceptions, and 53 additional pass break-ups.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mosley was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens as the 17th overall pick in 2014 and played for the team for five seasons, during which he made 579 tackles, nine interceptions, 8.5 sacks, and six forced fumbles.
  • He signed a five-year, $85 million contract with the New York Jets in 2019 but played only two games due to a groin injury before opting to sit out the 2020 season.
  • Mosley made a remarkable comeback in 2021, recording 168, 158, and 152 tackles in the following three seasons (2022, 2023, and 2024) and was named to his fifth Pro Bowl in 2022.
  • He was voted the second-team All-Pro in 2022 and was a part of three straight Pro Bowl seasons as a member of the Ravens.
  • Mosley's retirement comes after he became a free agent and was released by the New York Jets at the start of the league year on March 12, 2024.

Statistics:

  • Mosley made 579 tackles for the Baltimore Ravens.
  • His career statistics include 1,083 tackles, 12 sacks, 12 interceptions, and 53 additional pass break-ups.
  • He recorded 168, 158, and 152 tackles in the 2021, 2022, and 2023 seasons, respectively.
  • Mosley was named to the Pro Bowl five times and earned the second-team All-Pro honors in 2022.

Sources:

  • CBS Sports
  • ESPN
  • Hindustan Times