What happened Maurkice Pouncey?
Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro center Maurkice Pouncey has officially retired from the NFL. PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey has officially retired from the NFL, former Steelers guard Ramon Foster announced on Friday.
Is Pouncey injured?
The Steelers lost All-Pro center Maurkice Pouncey to an ankle injury in Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers.
What did Roethlisberger say to Pouncey?
Roethlisberger and Pouncey, perhaps sensing their run was coming to an end, shared a heart-to-heart moment on the bench following the wild-card loss. “I’m sorry, brother. You’re the only reason I wanted to do this, man,” an emotional Big Ben told Pouncey. “Oh, I feel worse for you than me.
Why did the Pouncey twins retire?
We wanted to make it cool to be an offensive lineman and we accomplished it [sic].” The 31-year-old brothers both played center for their respective teams throughout their long careers.
Is Pouncey still with Steelers?
One of the Steelers’ unquestioned team leaders, a captain for the past three years, veteran center Maurkice Pouncey is retiring.
How long was Pouncey with the Steelers?
11 seasons
LaShawn Maurkice Pouncey (born July 24, 1989) is a former American football center who played 11 seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL).
Where is Pouncey?
On March 7, 2019, Pouncey signed a three-year, $33 million contract extension with the Steelers through the 2021 season, making him the highest-paid center in the NFL.
What team is Maurkice Pouncey on?
Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers C Maurkice Pouncey and twin brother Mike Pouncey of Los Angeles Chargers retire. Previously covered the Kansas City Chiefs for the Kansas City Star and Oklahoma University for the Oklahoman.
What happened to Pouncey’s knee?
Pouncey confirmed on Thursday it was a meniscus tear in his knee which cost him the last game of 2019. But rather than go through another surgery, doctors advised rehabbing the injury in preparation for 2020 rather than surgery at this point of his career.
What happened to Mike Pouncey?
Unfortunately, injuries are something which has plagued Pouncey at various stages of his career which is now entering its 11th season. In his rookie season of 2010, Pouncey injured his ankle in the AFC championshipgame and was unable to play in Super BowlXLV.
Is Mike Pouncey the answer at Center for the Steelers?
For now, Pouncey continues to be the answer at center for the Pittsburgh Steelers. With the departure of B.J. Finneyin free agency, Pouncey’s expected reserve at his position is a player who is not only older than him but has appeared in more NFL games.