The Cleveland Browns were dealt another tough blow at the linebacker position Friday morning. Standout veteran linebacker Jordan Hicks announced his retirement on Instagram.
According to a tweet on X from ESPN’s Browns reporter Daniel Oyefusi, Hicks had missed the first two days while dealing with a personal matter.
Now, Hicks is walking away from the game.
Browns LB Jordan Hicks is retiring, he posted on Instagram. Hicks missed the first two days of practice due to what the team called a personal matter. pic.twitter.com/Y6oUiPKxTS
Hicks played just 12 games last season with Cleveland, struggling with injuries.