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Ndamukong Suh Retires from NFL on Anniversary of Father’s Death

Retiring to honor his father’s final counsel, he steps into financial education with a new podcast

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Ndamukong Suh #74 of the Philadelphia Eagles makes his way off the field against the Green Bay Packers at Lincoln Financial Field on November 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Mitchell Leff/Getty Image

Overview

  • Suh announced his retirement on July 12, 2025, marking the first anniversary of his father’s death in a heartfelt social media post.
  • The five-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro completed a 13-season career with 199 regular-season games, 600 tackles and 71.5 sacks.
  • After being selected No. 2 overall by the Lions in 2010, he also played for Miami, Los Angeles, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia, concluding his on-field tenure in 2022.
  • Suh remained a free agent for two seasons before choosing to close his playing chapter in line with his father’s parting advice.
  • He immediately launched the No Free Lunch podcast to share financial strategies and promote wealth-building education for athletes and young entrepreneurs.