Johnathan Hankins announces retirement after 12 NFL seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 12-year career. Hankins, who played for teams including the New York Giants, Indianapolis Colts, and Dallas Cowboys, was recognized as a reliable interior defensive lineman. Throughout his career, he appeared in 169 regular-season games and was known for his consistency against the run. Hankins' decision to retire marks the end of a significant era in his football journey, highlighted by multiple playoff appearances.
- •Hankins officially retires after 12 seasons in the NFL
- •Played for the New York Giants, Colts, Raiders, Cowboys, and Seahawks
- •Recorded a career-high 7.0 sacks in 2014
- •Known for consistency and run-stuffing ability
- •Retirement ends a notable tenure in professional football
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Former Cowboys & Giants star announces immediate retirement from NFL
"The league says goodbye to a 12-year veteran, dominant force.
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