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After spending seven seasons in the National Football League (NFL), former Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Isaac Rochell announced that he is retiring from the sport. On Tuesday, on Instagram, he thanked football to shape his life and make him a better person.
What did Isaac Rochell say after retiring?
Rochell took to his Instagram handle to post an emotional post after retiring from the sport.
After 19 years, it’s time to hang up the cleats, Rochell wrote.
He then went on to talk about his early struggles, the friends he made and the lessons he learnt. As a seventh-round draft pick, he worked hard to make it in the league and never gave up no matter what happened.
Rochell started playing football when he was in sixth grade. At first, he wasn't so sure about the sport but then gradually with time, he fell in love with football. From playing at Notre Dame and making many more memories in the NFL, football gave Rochell many opportunities.
A degree from Notre Dame, lifelong friendships, a platform to share my voice, and countless memories—these are just a few of the gifts football has given me. I started playing in 6th grade, and I still remember crying before every practice—crazy how things change. My journey ended with moments I’ll never forget, surrounded by teammates who became family, he wrote.
I was a 7th-round pick who defied the odds, grinding my way through 7 seasons in the NFL with nothing but hard work and persistence. While I’ll always love the game, it’s time to step into a new chapter—one where I take everything I’ve learned and apply it to what comes next."
Rochell was drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2017 and he has played for other teams such as the Colts, Browns and Raiders. He wasn't really a superstar but was known for his work ethic and dedication towards everything.
As he moves on from football, he's ready for the next new phase.
I can’t wait to see where this next phase leads, he wrote. Let’s get to work.
Rochell shared unseen pictures in a carousel. The most heartwarming picture was with her wife, Allison Kuch, who Rochell met in college. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Scottie Bee, in December 2023.
Isaac Rochell's NFL career over the years
The Los Angeles Chargers picked Rochell in the seventh round of the 2017 NFL Draft. His rookie season started with problems as he was cut from the team. But, that didn't stop him from working hard and earning his spot back in the team. He also became a dependable player. His due effort paid off when the Chargers offered him a new contract in 2020.
Once Rochell left the Chargers, he played for several teams such as the Indianapolis Colts, Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders.
Rochell joined the Raiders in 2023 but was released in the same year in the month of November. After not playing for more than a year now, Rochell has called it quits.
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