Former Viking Zach Line announces retirement

Line ran for 114 yards and two touchdowns, to go with 20 catches for 161 yards and four touchdowns in his career.

After seven years in the NFL, fullback Zach Line has announced his retirement on Instagram.

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As I look back on the last seven seasons in the NFL I cannot help but to feel extremely proud. I have never bragged about my accomplishments, but knowing the odds and ignoring them, and choosing to instead believe in myself, my faith, and the support of my loving wife and family is something I am proud of. The decision to retire is NOT easy, which is true for most competitors. This decision is something I have prayed about and communicated with those that I love. The game of football will never leave me and I hope to share and teach the positive experiences I had along the way in the future. A HUGE thank you to all of my brothers, coaches and staff along the way, I love you guys. A HUGE thank you to the team that gave me my first shot @vikings and to the team that made football fun again @saints . Another HUGE thank you to the WHODAT Nation, there is nothing like it, my family loves you. The game is temporary, but in this business brotherhood and alliances are forever. A special thank you to @mckenzieline none of this was possible without you and I love you.

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Line spent the first four years of his career with the Minnesota Vikings, appearing in 35 games. Line spent the last three seasons with the Saints in New Orleans.

Line was a throwback player. A block-first fullback who helped open things up for both the Vikings and Saints through the years.

He’s retiring at just 29 years old and in relatively good shape all things considered.

Line ran for 114 yards and two touchdowns, to go with 20 catches for 161 yards and four touchdowns in his career.

Per Spotrac, Line has made nearly $6 million in his career.