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NFL Center Billy Price Retires at 29 Due to Health Concerns

The former first-round pick underwent emergency surgery for a pulmonary embolism, leading to his decision to leave the sport.

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Billy Price (54) blocks Bowling Green Falcons linebacker Trenton Greene (2) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Sept. 3, 2016. Ohio State won 77-10. (Adam Cairns / The Columbus Dispatch)
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Overview

  • Billy Price announced his retirement on social media following a pulmonary embolism surgery.
  • The 29-year-old underwent emergency surgery to remove a blood clot from his lungs on April 24.
  • Price cited the risk of internal bleeding from blood thinners as the reason for his retirement.
  • Drafted by the Bengals in 2018, Price also played for the Giants, Cardinals, and other teams.
  • Price expressed gratitude for his career and support from his wife, looking forward to the next chapter of his life.