Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Shaq Barrett Retires at 31
Barrett's unexpected retirement leaves the Miami Dolphins without a veteran outside linebacker just before training camp.
- Barrett cited a desire to focus on his family as the reason for his retirement.
- The Dolphins are now without a healthy veteran outside linebacker as two starters recover from injuries.
- Barrett had signed a one-year, $7 million deal with Miami but never played a game for the team.
- The Dolphins may recoup Barrett's $5.5 million signing bonus and gain $7 million in cap space.
- Barrett ends his NFL career with 59 sacks, 22 forced fumbles, and two Pro Bowl selections.