Tarik Cohen, who was making an attempt to make a comeback this summer time with the Jets, knowledgeable the group he’s going to retire.
Cohen, 29, was an All-Professional returner for the Bears in 2018 however accidents had derailed his profession.
His final NFL regular-season sport was in 2020 when he broke his leg and tore two ligaments in his knee.
He missed the remainder of the 2020 season and all of 2021 earlier than making an attempt to return again in 2022 when he tore his Achilles tendon. He spent final yr on the follow squad of the Panthers.
The Jets signed Cohen this spring partially due to the brand new kickoff guidelines. The group thought Cohen may be capable of be one among their returners. He regarded good within the spring and throughout the first week of camp.
On Tuesday, he spoke of how good he felt and his journey again to being in enjoying form.
“I positively really feel all the best way again,” Cohen mentioned. “I’m simply making an attempt to point out the Jets the explosiveness that I’ve, the smartness that I’ve gained from being within the league, and carry as I rise — assist all the fellows in my place group.”
Two days later, he apparently modified his thoughts.
