Will Compton is not playing in the NFL after the 2021 season.
The Tennessee Titans have officially announced the retirement of veteran NFL linebacker Will Compton. Will Compton Social media was active on Sunday Compton announced his retirement. Compton is currently working for Barstool Sports, where he co-hosts the podcast Bussin’ with the Boys.
“After 9, arguably 10, years in the NFL – I am officially retiring,” Compton wrote in the social media post. “I can’t express how thankful I am to this game and all the people that have been with me on my journey. You are all amazing. We’ll see you in Canton.
Compton was originally signed by the Washington Commanders, now known as Washington Titans, in 2013 as an undrafted and free agent. Compton spent five years in Washington, before signing with the Tennessee Titans. Compton was signed by the New Orleans Saints the following season, but was released before the start of the regular season. Compton joined the Oakland Raiders, now the Las Vegas Raiders, in October. Compton was back with the Titans for 12 games in 2020, including one start. Compton played only two games for the Raiders in 2021. Compton had planned to join the Atlanta Falcons during the 2022 campaign, but due to his association with The Barstool Sportsbook, the deal did not happen. Compton’s NFL career saw him play in 92 matches and record 258 tackles. He also had one sack, three interceptions, and played 92 games.
Last Month Compton was seen on The Pivot podcast With former Titans Teammate Bussin’ with the Boys Taylor Lewan talked to co-host about the transition of becoming a podcaster from an NFL player. It was important that as we went through the process and journey, I found the right balance. After all, you were around me when I played in the NFL locker room. Compton said, per Barrett Sports Media. ” “I like to prepare myself well; I also like to take my work very seriously [and] It’s not just about listening, it is also about having fun. My niche as a locker-room guy was camaraderie. So I always wondered, “How could I do that in the podcasting world?” “Any time we travel, the goal is to maintain authenticity.”