June 19, 2025 – Seattle / New York — Five-time Pro Bowl linebacker C.J. Mosley has announced his retirement from the NFL at age 33, ending a ten-season career that spanned the Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets.
Career by the Numbers
- Drafted No. 17 overall in 2014 out of Alabama by the Ravens, Mosley quickly emerged as a defensive standout.
- Across his career, he recorded 1,083 tackles, 12 sacks, 12 interceptions, along with 10 forced fumbles—earning five Pro Bowl selections.
Ravens and Jets Tenure
- He spent his first five years with Baltimore, often compared to Ray Lewis, before signing a five-year, $85 million contract with the Jets in 2019.
- In New York, Mosley became team captain and was the Jets’ 2021 defensive MVP, though injuries—especially in 2024—limited him to just four games.
Retirement Announcement
- Mosley shared his decision via an emotional Instagram reel on his 33rd birthday, stating: “Now it’s time to start a new chapter with new dreams… every sacrifice is worth it.”
- The Jets had released him in March after a post–June 1 roster cut; with no suitors emerging, retirement became the next step.
What’s Next?
- With ten years in the league and injuries behind him, Mosley plans to pursue new dreams—potentially in coaching or media .
- Reports also suggest a possible return to Baltimore was explored, but neck-clearance issues ultimately prevented it.
Legacy & Leadership
Mosley leaves a mark as an emotional leader, cerebral play-caller, and consistent presence in the middle—a player admired for both his on-field impact and his quiet professionalism.
In summary: After a decorated decade of elite play and leadership, C.J. Mosley is stepping away from football. Though injuries became more frequent, his legacy—as a Pro Bowler, team captain, and locker-room anchor—remains secure.
Information from Reuters’ “Former Jets, Ravens LB C.J. Mosley retiring,” ESPN’s coverage, and Gang Green Nation’s team newsletter was used in this article.
