It’s a bittersweet day for Philadelphia Eagles fans as Super Bowl hero Nick Foles announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday.
“After much thought and prayer, I’ve decided to retire from the NFL,” Foles said in his statement. “It’s been an incredible 11-year journey filled with unforgettable moments and amazing people. From being drafted by the Eagles to winning the Super Bowl, every step has been a blessing. I’m excited to spend more time with my family and embrace the next chapter of my life. Thank you to all my teammates, coaches, team staff, and fans for your unwavering support. I am forever grateful.”
Foles began his professional career with the Eagles in 2012 as a third-round draft pick. He quickly made an impact, becoming the team’s starting quarterback the following year. Although the Chip Kelly era for the Eagles had its ups and downs, Foles shone brightly during the 2013 season, amassing 2,891 passing yards, 27 touchdowns, and only two interceptions.
In 2015, the Eagles traded Foles to the St. Louis Rams. After a stint with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016, he returned to the Eagles on a two-year contract. This move proved pivotal.
In the 2017 season, after the Eagles lost starting quarterback Carson Wentz to a season-ending ACL injury, Foles stepped in and led the franchise to its first-ever Super Bowl title. While some might argue that Foles benefited from a strong supporting cast, his Super Bowl performance was undeniably stellar. He threw for 373 yards and three touchdowns and caught a touchdown pass on the iconic “Philly Special.”
This magical run earned Foles a lucrative four-year, $88 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Unfortunately, his time with the Jaguars did not live up to expectations.
Foles concluded his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts in 2022, starting two games before suffering an injury. Over his 11-year career, he accumulated 14,227 passing yards and 82 touchdowns.
Congratulations to Nick Foles on an incredible career. Eagles fans will always remember his pivotal role in bringing the Lombardi Trophy to Philadelphia.
