The Fading Light of an NFL Era: Teddy Bridgewater's Retirement Looms Large The latest chapter in the saga of Teddy Bridgewater, a quarterback who has defied conventions and expectations throughout his NFL career, is coming to an abrupt close.
For the second time in just over a year, Bridgewater has walked away from the Detroit Lions. Bridgewater's decision to retire at 33 has sparked surprise among NFL insiders and fans.
However, those familiar with his career know that he has long struggled with concussions and the lingering effects of a devastating knee injury suffered in 2016 while playing for the New Orleans Saints.