Former Husker announces retirement from NFL

After nine years in the NFL, a former Cornhusker is calling it a career.

After nine years in the NFL, a former Cornhusker is calling it a career. Linebacker Will Compton announced his retirement on Sept. 3.

Compton played for Nebraska from 2008-2012. In 48 career games as a Husker, he totaled 247 tackles, 13.0 for loss and 5.0 sacks.

The Missouri native signed with Washington as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played for the franchise from 2013-2017.

He made the retirement announcement on social media.

“After 9, arguably 10, years in the NFL – I am officially retiring I truly can’t put into words how grateful I am for this game and the people who have been on this journey with me Thank you all so much”

Compton also spent time with the Titans, Saints, and Raiders. For his NFL career, he totaled 358 tackles, one sack, and three interceptions.

Find a photo gallery of Will Compton’s career below.