Having already lost Patrick Willis, Chris Borland, and Justin Smith to retirement starting right tackle Anthony Davis has decided to call it quits at the age of 25. The former 11th pick in the 2011 draft has announced he is walking away from the game.
“After a few years of thought, I’ve decided it will be best for me to take a year or so away from the NFL. This will be a time for me to allow my Brain and Body a chance to heal. I know many won’t understand my decision, that’s ok,” Davis said. “I hope you too have the courage to live your life how you planned it when day dreaming to yourself growing up. Your Life is Your dream and you have the power to control that dream. Im simply doing what’s best for my body as well as my mental health at this time in my life.”
Davis had started every game in his five year career up until last year. A late season concussion which had lingering symptoms may have added fuel to his decision. With only being 25 Davis will of course have a shot to return to the league in the future. Davis was considered one of the best right tackles in football.
