Hit tip to a hell of a career.
Former Michigan State tight end Garrett Celek has announced his retirement after an eight-year NFL career. The 31-year-old Cincinnati native made the announcement on his Instagram page Friday.
“I can’t thank the 49ers organization enough for giving me the opportunity to pursue my dreams and all of the countless relationships I’ve made along the way, especially my tight ends,” Celek wrote on the Instagram post. “Thanks for supplying me with endless stories and memories. Niner Faithful, thank you for cheering me on these past eight seasons. Love y’all. Celektime is clockin’ out.”
Celek went un-drafted in the 2012 NFL Draft, but was quickly scooped up by the San Francisco 49ers. He made the 53-man roster that season and has been with the franchise for his entire career. Known primarily as a blocking tight end, Celek finishes his professional career with 82 receptions, 1,104 receiving yards, and 12 touchdowns.
Celek played five games in 2019, but was placed on season-ending injured reserve after re-injuring his surgically repaired back. He told media during Super Bowl week that he was contemplating retirement.
Congrats to Celek for grinding out a great NFL career.
