The prominent linebacker Anthony Barr has decided to retire from the NFL, marking the end of a career that saw him shine mainly with the Minnesota Vikings. The announcement was made through a social media post from his organization, Raise the Barr.
Barr, 33, played his last match in 2023. So far, he has not issued any further comments on his decision.
The Vikings selected Barr as the ninth overall pick in the 2014 draft. This selection marked the beginning of a new era for the team, following the hiring of Mike Zimmer as head coach, who was looking for a versatile player like Barr for his defensive scheme.Linebacker Anthony Barr, quien jugó por última vez en 2023, pasó nueve de sus 10 temporadas en la NFL con los Vikings. Foto por Stephen Maturen/Getty ImagesBarr made an immediate impact in his rookie season, accumulating four sacks, 70 tackles, and three fumble recoveries, including one he turned into a touchdown, in 12 games. Despite facing several injuries throughout his career, Barr participated in 98 games during his 10 seasons with the Vikings, from 2014 to 2021.
Throughout his career, Barr recorded a total of 554 tackles, forced eight fumbles and intercepted five passes in 116 games.
After the Vikings fired Zimmer after the 2021 season, Barr played for the Dallas Cowboys in 2022. Then, he returned to Minnesota at the end of the 2023 season, participating in four games, and did not play in 2024.
