Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard has announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday after seven seasons in the league.
“In my heart, I know I gave this game, this team, this city everything I had,” Hubbard said in a Statement. “From a draft pick to a starter, a four-time captain, and a guy who made a few plays along the way, we accomplished things that will never be forgotten.” The Cincinnati native grew up a Bengals fan and played college football at Ohio State, making this journey that much more sweet for Hubbard.
Hubbard was an integral part of the Cincinnati Bengals’ defense for the past seven seasons since the team selected him in the third round of the 2018 Draft, and he turned in some extremely memorable moments in a Bengals uniform. The 29-year-old played in 104 regular-season contests, totaling 398 tackles, 55 tackles for loss, and 38.5 sacks. He was a key player on the 2021 Bengals team that made the Super Bowl, sadly in a losing effort to the Los Angeles Rams.
“Breaking the 31-year playoff win drought, winning an AFC championship, back-to-back AFC North championships, a trip to the Super Bowl, and countless other memories,” Hubbard said. “I woke up every day determined to give the fans something they could be proud of, cheer, and unite behind.”
Shoutout to one hell of a career for Sam Hubbard!
Jaden Chandler-Parnell, or “JC” is a Sports & Sports Betting Analyst for Stare Down Sports. You can Follow him on X @Jaden95Chandler and on Youtube
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