Ravens Tackle Jonathan Ogden to Retire
June 11, 2008 by David Kindervater
Filed under Baltimore Ravens
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Baltimore Ravens all-world offensive lineman Jonathan Ogden will announce his retirement tomorrow, ending a brilliant career with the Ravens in which he earned 11 Pro Bowl invitations (he was named to the Pro Bowl in every season after his rookie year) and a Super Bowl ring. Jonathan is one of the best left tackles of all-time but he’s been bothered by a hyperextended toe since late in 2006 and was expected to walk away from the game rather than try to get through a 13th NFL season. He’s 34-years-old.
Jonathan played in a career-low 11 games last year and did not participate in the Pro Bowl because of the foot injury. To say he will be sorely missed by the Ravens is a severe understatement. He’s been the foundation of their O-line since 1996. Who will miss Jonathan Ogden the most? Ask the current Ravens QBs who played with him — Kyle Boller and Troy Smith.
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