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NFL Defensive Lineman John Cominsky Retires at 29 Due to Injuries

After a six-year career with the Falcons and Lions, Cominsky cites accumulated injuries, including a torn MCL, as the reason for stepping away from football.

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Overview

  • John Cominsky announced his retirement from the NFL on March 31, 2025, citing medical issues caused by multiple injuries sustained throughout his career.
  • The 29-year-old defensive lineman missed the entire 2024 season after tearing his MCL during training camp with the Detroit Lions.
  • Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in 2019, Cominsky later joined the Lions in 2022, where he played a key role in their 2023 NFC Championship Game run.
  • Over his six-year career, Cominsky recorded 107 tackles and 7.5 sacks while starting in multiple games, including three postseason appearances.
  • In his retirement statement, Cominsky expressed gratitude to both the Falcons and Lions organizations and highlighted personal milestones, including the strengthening of his marriage and the birth of his two children.