Calais Campbell plans to retire after the 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Former Falcons defensive lineman Calais Campbell announced that the 2026 NFL season will be his last. At 39 years old, Campbell has enjoyed a distinguished 18-year career with six Pro Bowl selections and one All-Pro designation. Currently signed with the Baltimore Ravens, Campbell aims to perform at a high level in what is expected to be his final season. He expressed a desire to play well enough to warrant continuing his career, although he is planning retirement for next year. Last season, he played for the Falcons and recorded 56 tackles, six sacks, and appeared in all 17 games.
- •Calais Campbell intends to retire after the 2026 season.
- •He has made six Pro Bowls and one All-Pro team.
- •Campbell signed with the Baltimore Ravens for the upcoming season.
- •In his last season with the Falcons, he recorded six sacks.
- •He has played in 278 games and accumulated 117 sacks in his career.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Former Falcons DL plans to retire after 2026 NFL season
"Ex-Falcons DL Calais Campbell says 2026 NFL season will be his last
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