(DailyChive.com) – Offensive lineman Billy Price, who was the first-round NFL pick in 2018, has retired after developing severe health complications at the age of 29.
The five-time NFL player, Price, was diagnosed with pulmonary embolism that was eventually treated by surgery. However, this treatment of the blood clots was only made possible after the use of blood thinners, which made him vulnerable to a serious risk of internal bleeding.
Seeing these complications, Price announced his retirement on Saturday, May 25.
His Instagram post took the fans by shock as the footballer revealed that retiring at the early age of 29 is surely a sad moment, adding that he was truly fortunate to be alive.
Price also thanked his wife for her continuous support during his career and expressed his hope to explore other avenues with her in the future.
According to him, he had the opportunity to play with some exceptional players who are sure to reach great heights during their sporting journeys.
Price was the 21st overall pick of the 2018 NFL season by the Cincinnati Bengals, where he played for three years and featured in 42 games while starting in 19.
Down the line in his career, Price played with the New York Giants and Arizona Cardinals and practiced with some other teams, including the Dallas Cowboys.
Some of the highlights of his small career include winning a national championship in 2014, all-American honors, and collecting the Rimington Trophy for the best center in 2017.
Pulmonary embolism is a serious condition that occurs when a blood clot travels to the lungs and blocks one of the pulmonary arteries to disrupt blood flow.
While the complication does not cause internal bleeding itself, the anticoagulants used in its treatment impair the blood’s ability to clot normally, which often leads to an increased risk of internal bleeding. Athletes who play contact sports like football are even more prone to internal bleeding, which can be life-threatening.
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