This NFL offseason has seen quite a few players under the age of 30 announce their retirement.
On Friday, former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver DJ Chark joined that crowd as he announced his retirement in a lengthy Instagram post.
“After much contemplation, I have decided to share a proper farewell as I navigate retirement. My journey began at the age of 7 when I signed up for football, unaware of the profound impact it would have on my life. I simply loved the sport and had the unwavering support of my parents,” Chark wrote.
Chark was a second-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He spent the first four seasons with Jacksonville, including a career-high 73 receptions for 1,008 yards and eight scores in 2019, the same year he made the Pro Bowl.
Chark then signed a one-year deal with the Detroit Lions in 2022, and then he went to the Carolina Panthers in 2023.