The Arizona Cardinals got good production for two seasons from veteran safety Antoine Bethea, even though he was in his 12th and 13th season. Now 36 years old and a year removed from playing, Bethea made his retirement official.
He announced via social media he has retired from the league after 14 seasons, four teams and three Pro Bowl selections.
It was a great ride!✊🏾 #BetonYourself pic.twitter.com/9QVo8JA3tw
— Antoine Bethea (AB41) (@ABethea41) January 7, 2021
He made sure to thank the Cardinals organization and the Bidwills for bring him here.
Bethea, in two seasons with the Cardinals in 2017 and 2018, played in all 32 games, had 178 tackles, four sacks and five interceptions.
He was one of few bright spots on the 2018 defense as he had 121 tackles, four sacks, four pass breakups and a forced fumble.
Bethea was a good player, a good teammate and a leader. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors.
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