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TOM CANAVAN, APEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (June 9) - Seven-time Pro Bowl defensive end Michael Strahan is retiring after a 15-year career, capped by a Super Bowl title with the New York Giants in February.
The 36-year-old Strahan, the NFL's active leader in sacks, informed the Giants on Monday.
"I'm just finding out about it; let me get organized," coach Tom Coughlin said after a team offseason workout.
Strahan's retirement first was reported by Foxsports.com
"It was important that my teammates knew which way I was going before they got on the field to start the work to defend our title," Strahan told the Web site. "It's time. I'm done."
Strahan had hinted at retirement last season and missed almost all of training camp while coming to a decision to play.
He returned days before the season, anchoring a defensive line that was instrumental in hounding New England quarterback Tom Brady in New York's stunning Super Bowl victory over the previously unbeaten Patriots.
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By: penisheadtwinkletoes on 6/09/2008 5:15PM
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By: steve on 6/10/2008 7:33AM
Thanks for one the greatest seasons that i will remember. That's the way to retired.
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By: penisheadtwinkletoes on 6/10/2008 7:41AM
i am wierd
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By: gmagic on 6/10/2008 10:37AM
i wish you would stay Mike
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By: kando on 6/10/2008 5:32PM
Strah, thanks for the memories. I think thats the best way to go out, and that is on top with the ring.
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By: ZETA on 6/12/2008 6:01PM
Much love and respect Strahan. It was a difficult year, but you perservered and came out on top!
Ditto on "thanks for the memories"
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By: Daree on 6/13/2008 1:38AM
Way to go fellow Alumn! Peace and blessings.
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By: North Carolina Nick on 6/13/2008 9:18AM
I join the others here in thanking Michael for the great memories and leadership on the 07 World Champion Giants team.
Michael BELIEVED in his team all year - and took the best display of defensive power and will in recent memory to the cocky New England team.
THAT is the American spirit !
THANKS MIKE.
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