Outside linebacker Carl Nassib, who in 2021 became the first openly gay active player in the NFL, announced his retirement. Nassib addressed his decision in an Instagram post, calling his retirement a 'bittersweet moment.' Nassib last played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2022, appearing in 13 games and recording 3.5 sacks and a fumble recovery. He played in seven NFL seasons after being drafted in the third round by the Cleveland Browns in 2016.