Mohamed Sanu is officially calling it quits.
The former Patriots wideout hasn’t played a game since 2021 nor been in training camp since 2022, but apparently long held aspirations of a return. With that not in the cards, the 36-year-old announced his retirement on Friday morning.
“After 10+ years in the NFL, my playing chapter is closing,” Sanu posted on social media. “Grateful for every coach, teammate & fan. Excited to give back through coaching & share the game in a new way with the @FactsOverStats Podcast. The journey continues…"
With New England’s wide receivers floundering in 2019, Bill Belichick sent a second-round pick to Atlanta for Sanu in October. The trade didn’t yield the desired results, as the veteran caught 26 passes for 207 receiving yards down the stretch, the Pa