Football

Football Legend Jerry Rice Retires

September 5, 2005

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Sports; Football

Description

Unwilling to be a bit player with the Broncos, Jerry Rice retired Monday, closing a 20-year career for the most productive receiver in NFL history. Rice, 42, made his decision over the weekend at home in San Francisco, then returned to Broncos headquarters and met with coach Mike Shanahan. He played 20 NFL seasons.

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cbsnews.com

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/football-legend-jerry-rice-retires/

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cbsnews.com

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