NFL Star Stephon Gilmore Retires from Professional Football
NFL star Stephon Gilmore announced his decision to step away from professional football on Thursday. He shared the news on social media.
Announcement and recent status
Gilmore is 35 years old. He has not played since 2024 and did not sign with a team last season.
Career overview
The Buffalo Bills selected Gilmore with the 10th overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. He spent five seasons with Buffalo and four with New England.
He also had single-season stints with Carolina, Indianapolis, Dallas and Minnesota. The veteran earned five Pro Bowl selections.
Peak season and honors
Gilmore won Defensive Player of the Year in 2019 while with the Patriots. That season he led the league with six interceptions and 20 pass breakups.
Career statistics
| Tackles | 617 |
| Interceptions | 32 |
| Pass breakups | 149 |
| Forced fumbles | 8 |
| Sacks | 1 |
Teams and timeline
- Buffalo Bills — 5 seasons
- New England Patriots — 4 seasons
- Carolina Panthers — 1 season
- Indianapolis Colts — 1 season
- Dallas Cowboys — 1 season
- Minnesota Vikings — 1 season
Filmogaz.com reports that NFL star Stephon Gilmore has retired from professional football. The announcement closes an accomplished career.
