MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — So long, Joe. After 13 seasons, Minnesota Vikings veteran offensive lineman Joe Berger is hanging it up.
Despite reported offers to continue his career with the Vikings or Lions, Berger decided to retire from the NFL.
In a statement sent to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Berger said:
“After a lot of careful thought and prayer I have decided to retire from football. I have been fortunate to enjoy 13 seasons and have had the opportunity to play with so many good players and coaches. I was on some great teams before the Vikings, but it wasn’t until I got to Minnesota that I really felt at home.