Jordan Hicks, Eagles Super Bowl LII champion, retires from NFL

Former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday.

Hicks was a starter for the Eagles during their Super Bowl-winning 2017 season, although he suffered a season-ending injury after the first seven games. Frequent injuries during his time in Philadelphia (2015-2018) contributed to the team allowing him to leave in free agency.

Despite the injury issues, Hicks performed well when healthy. He generated Defensive Rookie of the Year consideration in 2015 and was named the Eagles' "secret superstar" by Pro Football Focus after the 2016 season. He was particularly known for strong performances against the Dallas Cowboys, including a significant hit on Tony Romo in 2015 and a pick-six touchdown in an overtime win that same year; four of his 13 career interceptions came against Dallas.

After leaving Philadelphia, Hicks signed with the Arizona Cardinals in 2019. His injury luck improved significantly, and he didn't miss a game until the 2023 season while playing for the Minnesota Vikings. He joined the Cleveland Browns in 2024, reuniting with former Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz.

Over his 10-season career, Hicks made 134 starts in 138 career games played (including playoffs). His career earnings totaled approximately $44.6 million.

The article concludes with a personal note expressing the writer's positive experience covering Hicks, appreciating his honesty and insight during press conferences, and wishing him well in retirement. It also notes that among players from the Eagles' Super Bowl LII team, Hicks is retiring while others remain under contract for 2025.