Dawkins announces his retirement: Safety Brian Dawkins has announced his retirement from the NFL. Taking to Twitter, the 16-year veteran thanked the Eagles and Broncos as well as his coaches and teammates. It is believed that a neck injury suffered last year is part of the reason for his career decision. "Along with u, the fans 4 helping make my career 1 that i have enjoyed tremendously. In other words. I am announcing my retirement from the NFL," he wrote Monday. (Updated 04/23/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/26/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Dawkins has totaled 26 sacks and 37 interceptions in his 16 seasons and was a considerable Fantasy contributor for many years, especially in 2009 (116 total tackles with the Broncos). (Updated 04/23/2012).
Brian Dawkins has decided to retire after 16 seasons in the NFL with the Eagles and Broncos. Once a dominant safety, injuries limited him in his final year in 2011. Barring a comeback, Dawkins should not be drafted in IDP leagues in 2012. Even if he does change his mind and return he would have limited Fantasy value. (Updated 4/25/12)
