Veteran cornerback Xavien Howard, who joined the Colts in the middle of August, has retired from football on the first day of October.

Howard provided a statement regarding his decision to Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald .

“Throughout my career I’ve always played football for the love of the sport ,” Howard said. “I enjoyed everything that came with being a part of the NFL, it was my passion for the game that drove me. I love and appreciate the Miami Dolphins for drafting me and giving me the chance to play pro football. I cannot thank the Indianapolis Colts enough for letting me continue to live out my dream but my dream has now changed.

“I’ve been getting closer to God and asking that He directs my path. I am a man of faith and I believe wholeheartedly that He doesn’t make mistak

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