Teddy Bridgewater plans to retire from NFL after Lions stint
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 8:17 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Teddy Bridgewater has informed the Detroit Lions that he plans to retire from the NFL, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The former Vikings quarterback, now 33, had signed with the Lions this offseason but has opted to pursue other opportunities instead. Bridgewater's NFL career began in 2014, and he is noted for overcoming a career-threatening knee injury. Lions head coach Dan Campbell expressed his admiration for Bridgewater, recalling their time together in New Orleans. This marks Bridgewater's second retirement announcement during his career.
- •Bridgewater is expected to step away from the Lions
- •He signed with Detroit in the offseason
- •Bridgewater's career includes overcoming a severe injury
- •He played for teams including the Vikings and Saints
- •Dan Campbell praised Bridgewater's contributions and character
- 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Former Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater Has Change of Heart Amid Major Career News
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