
New England Patriots safety Devin McCourty announced his retirement on Friday, and reactions began to pour in from different levels of the Patriots’ organization. Owner Robert Kraft released a statement on Friday, as McCourty officially hung up the cleats.
The safety was drafted in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He established himself as a model of consistency on the New England defense, recording 35 interceptions and seven fumble recoveries in a decorated career. He tallied 971 tackles and three sacks in 13 seasons of play.