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Baltimore, MD – June 24, 2025
Justin Tucker, a Super Bowl champion kicker and one of the most accurate legs in NFL history, announced his retirement at 35 after the Baltimore Ravens released him in May. The legendary special teams anchor is now shifting gears to coach high school football in Baltimore.
Tucker shared his heartfelt decision on X: “One ring with the Ravens means everything to me. I don’t wanna play for another team and face Baltimore as a rival. So, I’m stepping away to focus on high school football in Baltimore.”
Signed by the Ravens in 2012 as an undrafted free agent, Tucker played over 200 games, earning six All-Pro selections. His iconic 66-yard NFL record field goal and countless clutch kicks helped define an era of Ravens football, per BaltimoreRavens.com.
Though he never returned to the Super Bowl after 2013, Tucker’s thirteen-year tenure solidified his legacy. Released to make way for rookie John Hoyland, he chose retirement over playing elsewhere, per The Baltimore Sun.
Fans on X mourned: “Tucker’s a Baltimore legend!” (@RavensFlock). Others backed his pivot: “He’ll inspire kids!” (@PurpleReign). Tucker’s journey, from undrafted rookie to all-time great, continues to resonate, per Russell Street Report.
At Westlake High School in Austin, Texas—his alma mater—Tucker will coach, passing on Ravens’ trademark excellence and poise. “Baltimore’s about excellence,” he told ESPN. His community work, from supporting military veterans to promoting classical music, endures, per TODAY.com.
The Ravens’ special teams, now led by rookie John Hoyland, face scrutiny after shaky minicamp showings. Tucker’s departure marks the end of an era—he was the last remaining player from the Super Bowl XLVII roster, per NBC Sports Baltimore.
As Baltimore preps for its London opener, Tucker’s legacy shines. Will his coaching spark the next Ravens star? Stay tuned to ESPN for updates on this cherished champion’s new chapter!
