Ahkello Witherspoon retires after nine NFL seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Ahkello Witherspoon, a former cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, has announced his retirement from the NFL. After signing with the Washington Commanders this offseason, Witherspoon, 31, has been placed on the Reserve/Retired List as of August 3, 2026. His career spanned nine seasons, including a starting role with the Rams. Witherspoon recorded a total of 91 tackles and 5 interceptions during his time in Los Angeles and has played a significant role in the league since being drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2017.
- •Ahkello Witherspoon played three seasons with the Rams as a starting cornerback.
- •He was placed on the Reserve/Retired List by the Commanders on August 3, 2026.
- •Witherspoon recorded a total of 243 combined tackles and 13 interceptions during his career.
- •He was originally drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2017 draft.
- •His retirement comes after facing injuries and a competitive secondary last season.
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