Stephon Tuitt has been among the most consistent defensive lineman in the NFL since the Pittsburgh Steelers made him a second-round pick out of Notre Dame back in 2014.

In fact, the veteran is coming off a career-best 11-sack season in 2021. That’s what makes Wednesday’s news so shocking. Tuitt has announced his retirement at the young age of 29.

“With respect to the Steelers’ organization, my teammates, and coaches I would like to officially announce that I have come to the decision to retire from the NFL.