The 20 Best Players to Retire in 2018

7. Dwight Freeney

Peyton Manning led the best era in the history of the Colts franchise as they were one of the winningest teams in the NFL. A big part of their success was not just Manning on offense but also having a Hall of Fame pass rusher on defense.

Dwight Freeney was excellent throughout his entire 15-year career, as he racked up 125.5 sacks. Freeney burst onto the scene in 2002 as a rookie with 13 sacks and a league-leading nine forced fumbles.

Freeney had seven seasons in which he eclipsed double-digit sack totals.