OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith, one of 12 players in NFL history with 900 catches, says he will retire after this season — his 15th in the league.
The five-time Pro Bowler spent his first 13 season with Carolina. He intends to leave after the second season of a three-year contract with Baltimore. He informed his teammates Monday before practice at training camp.
"I'll look back and enjoy things," Smith said. "I feel like it's time. My body feels great, but not everybody gets this opportunity."
The 36-year-old receiver made his decision in April.