Cleveland Browns lineman Joel Bitonio retires after 12 seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Joel Bitonio announced his retirement from the NFL during a press conference on June 9, 2026, before the Browns' Mandatory Minicamp. The offensive lineman spent his entire 12-year career with the Cleveland Browns, playing 178 games and earning seven Pro Bowl selections. There is speculation about whether Bitonio may receive special recognition from the team or a future consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken still has to decide on the team's starting quarterback as they head into training camp next month.
- •Bitonio played his entire career with the Cleveland Browns.
- •He was selected to seven Pro Bowls during his tenure.
- •His retirement announcement came just before minicamp.
- •Todd Monken is yet to name a starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
- •Bitonio may have a case for future Hall of Fame consideration.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Browns news: Joel Bitonio calls it a career
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