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Former Jets linebacker David Harris retiring from NFL

Former Jets linebacker David Harris is calling it a career.

The 34-year-old, who spent last year as a reserve linebacker for the Patriots, announced his retirement on Wednesday. Harris released the following statement through his agency, Sports Stars New York.

"After 11 years of having played the greatest team sport at its highest level, it's now time for me to announce my retirement from the NFL," he said.

Harris, a second-round pick in 2007, spent the first 10 years of his career with the Jets where he established himself as one of the franchise's best defensive players.