Former NFL quarterback Will Grier has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 31, bringing an unexpected end to his playing career. Grier shared the news through a brief social media post on July 15, prompting an outpouring of support from former teammates and members of the football community.
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Before retiring, Grier had signed with the Carolina Panthers in April and was reportedly offered a coaching position with the Dallas Cowboys. However, he chose not to accept the opportunity, deciding instead to step away from the game after spending several years with multiple NFL franchises.
Following his announcement, Grier received heartfelt messages from several current and former teammates, including Dak Prescott, Jake Ferguson, and Kenny Pickett. He later shared those messages on social media, highlighting the strong relationships he built throughout his professional football journey.
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The Panthers selected Grier in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft after his successful college career with the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Florida Gators. During his brief NFL playing career, he appeared in two regular-season games, recording 228 passing yards and four interceptions while also spending time with several other teams.
Meanwhile, Grier’s retirement leaves the Panthers with Bryce Young, Kenny Pickett, and Haynes King as the team’s remaining quarterbacks heading into training camp. Carolina is scheduled to begin its preseason campaign against the Arizona Cardinals on August 6 as preparations continue for the upcoming NFL season.