The Pittsburgh Steelers were dealt a major blow this afternoon as defensive lineman Stephon Tuitt has decided to retire from the NFL. This statement was just put out by the Steelers moments ago.
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 30: Stephon Tuitt #91 of the Pittsburgh Steelers warms up prior to the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Heinz Field on September 30, 2019 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
“I am thankful to have had the opportunity to represent the city of Pittsburgh for the past eight seasons and am blessed to leave this game with my health,” Tuitt said in a statement (Twitter link). “After the tragic loss of my brother Richard, and upon completing my degree from the university of Notre Dame, I know I am being called to move beyond the sport of football.”
Statement from Stephon Tuitt: pic.twitter.com/46iOoOZZZW
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) June 1, 2022
General Manager Omar Khan released a second statement moments later thanking Tuitt for his time in Pittsburgh.
Statement from GM Omar Khan on Stephon Tuitt: pic.twitter.com/HD3ILS1GJt
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) June 1, 2022
Tuitt finishes his career in Pittsburgh with 246 tackles including 34.5 sacks, six forced fumbles, an interception and 13 pass deflections over 91 games
