LeSean McCoy retires as Eagle

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LeSean McCoy has apparently decided to stop waiting for the next opportunity to come.

The Eagles announced that McCoy will retire as a member of the organization on Friday.

“LeSean possessed a unique combination of speed, elusiveness and exceptional playing ability that made him one of the most dynamic players in the league and one of the most productive players in the history of our franchise. “Owner Jeffrey Lurie said in a statement. press release published by the team. “LeSean behaved with a rare blend of confidence and youthful enthusiasm, but he was also driven by a desire to be one of the greatest of all time at running back, and that’s what which has made him such an exciting player to be around and watch every week. He has provided so many memorable plays and performances during his career. We are honored to share this special day with LeSean and look forward to recognizing him as the legend of the Eagles game on Sunday. ”

Coincidentally (or not), the man who drafted McCoy returns Sunday to face the Eagles. This will be Andy Reid’s second visit to Philadelphia as Chiefs coach, nine years after the Eagles let him go.

McCoy, a second-round pick in the 2009 draft, generated 11,102 rushing yards in 12 seasons. He added 3,898 receiving yards and scored 89 touchdowns.

Despite only spending half his career in Philadelphia, McCoy is the franchise’s career leader in rushing yards, with 6,792. He also holds the single-season franchise record for yards. reception (1607 in 2013) and touchdowns (17 in 2011).

Unless he ends up on the Eagles reserve / retiree roster (he probably won’t), he can still play for anyone in 2021. Considering the fact that running backs get injured quite regularly , a call could still arrive.

Assuming her career didn’t continue, McCoy crowned her with the Buccaneers, winning a Super Bowl ring. The previous season, he had won a Super Bowl ring with the Chiefs. He was not active for any Super Bowl game.