The Washington Redskins teased a "major player announcement" Wednesday afternoon, and it was revealed that linebacker London Fletcher will retire at season's end, wrapping up a 16-year career.
Undrafted out of John Carroll University, Fletcher entered the NFL in 1998 as a member of the St. Louis Rams. He has been with the Redskins since 2007 and is only one of four players in NFL history to play in 250 consecutive games.
#Redskins announce: London Fletcher is retiring. pic.twitter.com/lBuXrPG1Mg — Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) December 18, 2013
Fletcher: This is my chance to say goodbye to the burgundy and gold faithful #Redskins — Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) December 18, 2013
Fletcher: I'm 99 percent sure this is it...1% in case I change my mind #Redskins — Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) December 18, 2013
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Fletcher: Coming into the season, I was 90 percent. The 9 Percent has come since than...I didnt feel like my work was done yet — Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) December 18, 2013
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