Robert Mathis Retires: Latest Comments and Reaction

December 30, 2016   ·   Joe Pantorno   ·   Jump to comments

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Robert Mathis announced his retirement Friday. His 14-year career will conclude after the Colts' final game of the season Sunday.
According to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star, Mathis made the decision more than a month ago:
Mathis shared his decision process with reporters, via WTHR's Bob Kravitz:
“I want to walk away, not limp away," Mathis said, per Kevin Bowen of Colts.com. "The rest of my body goes to my kids."
"You don't want to be pushed out," Mathis continued, per Kravitz. "Leave on your own merit."
Mathis posted a video on Instagram to thank Colts fans for their support over the years:
Colts wide receiver Donte Moncrief posted a farewell to Mathis on Twitter:
Mathis spent his entire career with the Colts, developing into the team's most feared pass-rusher with 122 career sacks, which ranks No. 1 in franchise history and No. 18 in NFL history.
The 35-year-old recorded 11 seasons in which he ra...

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