Retirement of NFL Player Michael Pierce

Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce announces retirement from the NFL after nearly a decade in the league. Pierce, 32, spent nine years in the NFL, with seven seasons with the Ravens and one with the Minnesota Vikings. He opted out in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Michael Pierce intercepts first pass in dominating win over Cleveland Browns

Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Michael Pierce intercepted his first pass in a dominating win over the Cleveland Browns, choosing not to return it to avoid becoming a meme. Pierce joined the Ravens in 2016 as an undrafted free agent and has played 99 games in his career.