A veteran centre who most recently played for the Dallas Cowboys has revealed his decision to retire from the NFL after six seasons. The 29-year-old retires owing to health issues.
A former Dallas Cowboys centre has announced his retirement
Billy Price, a seasoned centre, announced his retirement on Instagram after developing a huge blood clot.
“In the blink of an eye, everything can be taken away,” Price wrote in the post. “On April 24th, I underwent emergency pulmonary embolism surgery to remove a saddle clot that had entered both of my lungs. As a healthy 29-year-old, an unprovoked pulmonary embolism with no other medical explanation is alarming.
“I am very grateful to be alive now. Unfortunately, I will be retiring from the NFL since the chance of an internal bleed while taking blood thinners is extremely high.”
Billy Price expressed gratitude for his career.
Price congratulated his former teammates and wife for his remarkable career.
“I am truly thankful for the opportunity to have played in some of the greatest atmospheres around the world,” remarked the musician. “I am grateful to have trained and played with individuals who will continue to make Pro Bowls, All-Pro Teams, and Hall of Fame selections.
“To my wife, this profession would not have been possible without your ongoing love and support. The sacrifices you’ve made over the course of my profession are not forgotten. I can’t wait to embark on the next chapter of our lives together as our family grows.”
The Cincinnati Bengals selected Price in the first round.
Following a standout college career at Ohio State, the Cincinnati Bengals selected Price with the 21st choice in the 2018 NFL draft. He has played for the New York Giants, the Las Vegas Raiders, the Arizona Cardinals, and the New Orleans Saints.
Price joined the Cowboys’ practice squad in September of the 2023 season. During his six-year NFL career, he appeared in 69 games and started 45. He last appeared in a regular-season game with the Cardinals in 2022, making 11 starts that year.
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