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Nick Foles retires as an Eagle
Foles, an 11-year NFL veteran, will probably be honored on the crew’s dwelling opener on Monday, Sept. 16.
PHILADELPHIA — Nick Foles has formally retired as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles, the crew introduced Thursday.
Foles, an 11-year NFL veteran, will probably be honored on the crew’s dwelling opener on Monday, Sept. 16.
Late within the 2017 common season, Foles stepped in because the full-time starter for the Eagles and helped pave the way in which to a 41-33 victory in Tremendous Bowl LII over the New England Patriots. Within the win, he accomplished 28-of-43 passes for 373 passing yards, three touchdowns, one interception and a 106.1 passer score, en path to Tremendous Bowl LII MVP honors. He grew to become the primary backup quarterback to win the Tremendous Bowl since Tom Brady in 2001 with New England.
“Nick Foles all the time carried himself with the utmost class and integrity, demonstrating by his actions, each on and off the sphere, what it meant to be a Philadelphia Eagle,” stated Jeffrey Lurie, Philadelphia Eagles Chairman and CEO, by way of a press launch. “He was the final word competitor, an inspiring teammate, a real consultant of our metropolis, and naturally, a Tremendous Bowl champion. As vital as he was beneath middle, it was his constructive demeanor, approachability, and kindness towards others that resonated with everybody and continues to talk to his nice character. We congratulate the Foles household on Nick’s celebrated profession and retirement.”
“I’m extremely grateful for the chance to retire as a Philadelphia Eagle,” stated Foles, by way of a press launch. “The Metropolis of Brotherly Love has all the time felt like dwelling to me as an NFL participant. Philadelphia is a metropolis I really love, and it has been an honor to put on the Eagles jersey. Thanks, Philadelphia, for embracing me and making me part of your loved ones perpetually. Your love and help have meant the world. Fly, Eagles, Fly!”
Foles stays the franchise chief in passer score (93.2) and is third all-time in completion proportion (62.9). He completed his Eagles profession with 8,703 passing yards (tenth all-time) and 58 touchdowns (ninth all-time) in 40 video games.
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