WASHINGTON, D.C. (SNN-TV) – Ryan Fitzpatrick, the enigmatic quarterback out of Harvard who brought his “FitzMagic” to the NFL for nine teams spanning 17 seasons, announced his retirement today.
Fitzpatrick, popular throughout his career with his teammates and known for his prolific beard, made the announcement in a text message to his former teammates.
The 39-year old suffered a season-ending hip subluxation in September and had to undergo arthroscopic surgery.
In 17 seasons, Fitzpatrick started 147 games, throwing for nearly 35,000 yards and 223 touchdowns with 169 interceptions. He began his career as a 7th-round draft pick of the St. Louis Rams in 2005, and he also played for the Bengals, Bills, Titans, Texans, Jets, Buccaneers, Dolphins and Commanders during his career.