C.J. Mosley announces retirement from NFL three months after being released by Jets

Three months after being released by the New York Jets, five-time All-Pro linebacker C.J. Mosley has announced his retirement from the NFL.

Drafted with the No. 17 pick by the Baltimore Ravens in 2014, Mosley went on to have a successful NFL career. He represented the Ravens for the first five seasons before signing a long-term deal with the Jets. He spent an additional six seasons with the Jets.

He announced his retirement on Thursday in an Instagram reel containing highlights of his career.

"Today, it is time to wake up from my childhood dream and share it with the next generation," Mosley said. "I spent my whole life and career building my legacy. Now it's time to start a new chapter with new dreams. It won't be easy, but I'm here to tell you every sacrifice is worth it."

Arguably the best season of his career came in 2021, when he finished with 168 total tackles, two sacks, and two forced fumbles. However, in 2024, he could play just four regular-season games due to different injuries.

Mosley was a free agent after being released by the Jets in March.

C.J. Mosley NFL career review

Mosley finishes his career with 1,082 total tackles, 687 solo tackles, 12 sacks, 10 forced fumbles, and 12 interceptions over his 10-year career. During that span, he was a five-time Second Team All-Pro, a five-time Pro Bowler, and a member of the PFWA NFL All-Rookie Team in 2014.

According to Spotrac, Mosley earned $94,656,002 over the course of his career, with his highest total coming in 2019 when he took home $19 million from the New York Jets.