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Eight veteran NFL free agents that really should just retire

NFL free agents

Darrelle Revis, cornerback

Darrelle Revis

Nobody was afraid to visit the veteran cornerback’s territory, aka “Revis Island” in 2016.

Revis was unable to fend off opposing receivers, showing a severe decline in physical abilities. Even he admitted during the season that his body is breaking down as he ages (he’s still just 31). As such, the seven-time Pro Bowler managed only one interception and defended just five passes in 15 games. Pro Football Focus rated Revis at No. 66 among qualified corners.

Even worse is this comment by one of the league’s general managers, which really takes the cake.

“Have you seen his tape?” one general manager told the Daily News. “I wouldn’t let him play for me for free.”

Wow. That’s a stinger. Revis used to be one of the most feared corners in the league.

On top of his physical decline is the fact that Revis is being charged with multiple felonies connected to an alleged attack in Pittsburgh.

If the embattled cornerback actually decides to retire, he will do so after recording a career 29 interceptions, three touchdowns, 12 fumble recoveries and 486 combined tackles. He is also a one-time Super Bowl champion thanks to his one-year tenure with the New England Patriots in 2014.

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