Indianapolis Colts defensive end Robert Mathis announced his retirement Friday, bringing his 14-year career to an end, per the Indianapolis Star's Zak Keefer.
According to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star, Mathis made the decision more than a month ago:
Mathis said he made this decision more than a month ago.
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) December 30, 2016
Mathis shared his decision process with WTHR's Bob Kravitz:
Mathis: Still hate QBs, will always have that passion. Talked to Edge and Reggie and they said listen to my body.