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Jimmy Garoppolo Considers Retirement After 12 NFL Seasons

4/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Jimmy Garoppolo, a free-agent quarterback, is weighing retirement after 12 NFL seasons.
He has served as the Los Angeles Rams' backup with limited games in the past two seasons.
The Rams remain interested in retaining him after contract talks with the Arizona Cardinals fell through, affecting the team's quarterback depth.
Garoppolo's career includes stints with the New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers, totaling 15,828 passing yards and 96 touchdowns.

History

Historical Context

The 2011 NFL lockout, lasting from March 12 to July 25, stemmed from disputes over player revenue sharing and contract terms, leading to significant changes in player contracts and free agency rules. The New York Giants, with a 9-7 record, won Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, marking the first time a team with fewer than ten wins claimed the championship.

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Story summary

Jimmy Garoppolo, a free-agent quarterback, is weighing retirement after 12 NFL seasons.
He has served as the Los Angeles Rams' backup with limited games in the past two seasons.
The Rams remain interested in retaining him after contract talks with the Arizona Cardinals fell through, affecting the team's quarterback depth.
Garoppolo's career includes stints with the New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers, totaling 15,828 passing yards and 96 touchdowns.

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