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Two-time Super Bowl champion operating again Sony Michel has determined to retire after 5 seasons within the NFL.
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay advised reporters of Michel’s determination on Saturday. McVay mentioned Michel beforehand knowledgeable the staff of his intention to retire.
“What an incredible player. What a great career this guy has had,” McVay mentioned.
“…It’s a bummer. His body’s feeling like it’s talking to him, and I have nothing but respect and appreciation for the competitor that he is and love Sony.”
Michel, 28, signed on for a second stint with Los Angeles final month. He loved success in his first run with the Rams, serving to the membership win the Super Bowl following the 2021 season.
That season, Michel rushed 208 occasions for 845 yards with 4 touchdowns in 17 video games (seven begins) whereas including 21 catches for 128 yards and a landing. He ran for a mixed 80 yards in Rams’ 4 playoff video games.
Michel spent final season enjoying for the Los Angeles Chargers, recording 36 carries for 106 yards to associate with 9 receptions for 53 yards.
He has rushed for 3,243 yards and 18 touchdowns and added 56 catches for 439 yards and two scores in 65 profession video games (35 begins) with the New England Patriots, Rams and Chargers. The Patriots chosen the Georgia product with the thirty first total choose of the 2018 NFL Draft.
Michel was anticipated to be the first backup to Cam Akers (team-leading 786 speeding yards, seven TDs in 2022). Kyren Williams and rookie Zach Evans are additionally on the depth chart.
–Field Level Media