Linebacker Anthony Barr intends to retire after most of his career with the Minnesota Vikings, as confirmed through a social media announcement. At 33 years old, Barr last participated in a game in 2023 and has not publicly commented on his retirement. Selected as the No. 9 overall pick in the 2014 draft, Barr became integral to the team's defense under coach Mike Zimmer. He played 98 games for the Vikings between 2014 and 2021, totaling 554 tackles, eight forced fumbles, and five interceptions before spending time with the Dallas Cowboys in 2022.
Linebacker Anthony Barr is planning to retire after spending most of his career with the Minnesota Vikings, according to a social media post from his Raise the Barr organization.
Barr, 33, last played in 2023. He has not yet commented on the decision.
The Vikings made Barr the No. 9 overall pick of the 2014 draft, their first selection after hiring defensive-minded Mike Zimmer as their head coach.
Over his career, Barr totaled 554 tackles, forced eight fumbles and intercepted five passes in 116 games.
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