Veteran DE retires from NFL after seven seasons

Carl Nassib is retiring from the NFL after seven years. The 30-year-old defensive end retired on Wednesday.

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Nassib played for the Cleveland Browns for two seasons after being drafted in the third round.

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He was cut from the team but later signed by the Buccaneers. The Penn State alum had a productive time, with 12.5 sacks and 25 QB hits.

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Nassib's Tampa Bay performance got him a $25M deal with the Raiders.

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He worked temporarily and was let go after two years due to his good performance and cost-cutting measures.

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Nassib became the NFL's first openly gay player while with the Raiders, and he appreciated the league's support.

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Nassib returned to Tampa Bay last year and played in 13 games for the Bucs, rotating on defense and special teams.

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He is satisfied with his pro career on the field and ready to move forward, while still staying connected to the NFL in some way.

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Nassib reminisces about his start as a walk-on at Penn State. Football has given me so much. I gave it my all and can retire now.

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