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NFL Legend Jason Peters Retires After 21 Seasons, Joins Seahawks Front Office

The nine-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion transitions to a veteran mentor role with Seattle after a storied career.

Oct 2, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz (11) talks with Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Jason Peters (71) after the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 29: Jason Peters #70 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on after the game against the Cleveland Browns at Lumen Field on October 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington.
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Overview

  • Jason Peters, a 43-year-old offensive lineman, officially announced his retirement after 21 seasons in the NFL.
  • Peters will assume a front-office role with the Seattle Seahawks as a veteran mentor, working closely with the team's offensive linemen.
  • During his illustrious career, Peters earned nine Pro Bowl selections, two First-Team All-Pro honors, and was named to the NFL's 2010 All-Decade Team.
  • He played for five teams, most notably spending 12 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he won Super Bowl LII in the 2017 season.
  • Peters' journey from undrafted free agent to Hall of Fame-caliber offensive tackle is widely regarded as one of the most remarkable stories in NFL history.