TK Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 For Immediate Release February 10, 2017 KORY LICHTENSTEIGER ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. – The Washington Redskins announced today that offensive lineman Kory Lichtensteiger will retire from the National Football League following a career that spanned across the 2008-16 seasons. “After much thought and consideration, I have decided to retire from the National Football League,” Lichtensteiger said. “I am grateful beyond words to the Washington Redskins organization.” The full text of Lichtensteiger’s statement is included below. Lichtensteiger appeared in 93 career regular season games with 75 starts while also starting both postseason contests in which he appeared. He originally entered the NFL as a fourth-round pick (No. 108 overall) of the Denver Broncos in the 2008 NFL Draft. Lichtensteiger joined the Redskins as a free agent on Jan. 11, 2010, after spending the 2008 season with the Broncos and a portion of the 2009 season with the Minnesota Vikings. Entering Week 1 of the 2016 season, Lichtensteiger was the third-longest-tenured member of the Redskins, trailing only defensive lineman Kedric Golston and safety DeAngelo Hall. From 2010-16, Lichtensteiger appeared in 77 games with the Redskins, starting all but his first two contests with the team. From 2011-13, he started all 37 regular season games in which he appeared at left guard before transitioning and starting 24 regular season games at center across the 2014-16 seasons. At one point, he made 53 consecutive starts across the two positions from the start of the 2012 season through Week 5 of the 2015 season. “We want to congratulate Kory on a very successful career,” Redskins Head Coach Jay Gruden said. “Kory has been a class act both on and off the field and worked tirelessly on becoming the best player he could possibly be. Kory defied the odds of being undersized because of his competitive spirit, accountability and attention to detail. It also helps to be tough as hell. We want to thank Kory for his relentless effort and leadership and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.” During the Redskins’ NFC East Championship campaign in 2012, Lichtensteiger’s teammates honored him with the team’s Ed Block Courage Award. That year, he returned to start all 16 games at left guard less than a year removed from a multi-ligament knee injury that ended his 2011 season after only five games. Lichtensteiger played collegiately at Bowling Green State University, where he earned All-MAC honors during each of his four seasons from 2003-07. As a senior, he was named a finalist for the Rimington Trophy, awarded annually to the nation’s best center. A native of Van Wert, Ohio, Lichtensteiger attended Crestview H.S. in nearby Convoy, Ohio, where he was named All-Northwest Conference Lineman of the Year in addition to earning all-state honors during his junior and senior seasons. He has remained active in his home area, returning in recent years to host youth football camps in the offseason. FULL STATEMENT FROM KORY LICHTENSTEIGER: “After much thought and consideration, I have decided to retire from the National Football League. I am grateful beyond words to the Washington Redskins organization. I would like to thank the ownership as a whole and specifically Dan Snyder and his family for the opportunity to play the bulk of my career here in Washington. “I have had many great coaches and teammates and I owe a great deal to many people for helping me make a career in this league. For any newcomer or unestablished player to hang around, he has to have people who believe in him. I will forever be grateful to Mike Shanahan and Jay Gruden for giving me that trust. “I want to say thank you to the wonderful fans of the Washington Redskins. My chapter is ending, but there are great things happening in the organization! There is a lot to be excited for and I am ready to join the already great fan base in cheering for this team! “I want to thank the entirety of my family for all their unwavering support and love. Surely, none of this would have been possible without them. Thank you to my agent, who has been with me through good times and bad. “Finally, I would like to thank Bruce Allen and Scot McCloughan. When I came to them after the season and shared my thoughts, they were extremely gracious and agreed to let me to ‘retire a Redskin.’ This is a great business, but it is indeed a business. And for that reason, I am thankful to be treated as family in the final hour of my playing career. Hail to the Redskins!” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goskins10 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 We have all been pretty hard on Kory in terms of performance. But you can't question his heart and dedication. He suffered some pretty bad injuries and did all he could to return and try to help the team. Glad the team worked with him in a professional manner. Good to get some actual football news! On a side note, this gives the Redskins another $3.5M in CAP space! Too soon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Est.1974 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Seems like the reports from way back were right. A good move for all parties. Enjoy retirement Kory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Kev Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Very classy statement. Good luck in whatever the future holds for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morrison J Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Very underrated player on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilco_holland Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 I hope his body keeps up with him. I love watching football but a guy like him puts his body on the line every week. Can't be good for long term health. I want to thank him for that. Grinding all these years to keep our QB upright and running lanes open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksun247 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 He was a class act. Thanks for everything Kory! Enjoy your retirement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerryMason Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 More cap space...alright! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVAskins Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Good luck Kory. No one can ever say you didn't give it your all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COWBOY-KILLA- Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Dude was a professional through and through. Enjoy your rest bud, u deserve it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsGuy Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Enjoy your retirement, Mr. Lichtensteiger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koolblue13 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Knew he was getting cut and wouldn't get signed. Wish he woulda started for someone so we'd get a pick. Failed again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rook Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 I wish you success in where ever your next path takes you. The Rook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaught76 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 I meet him in training camp this year. Very nice guy and he was one of the few to stay and socialize with the most of the fans. Hard working lunch pail of player. I wish the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clskinsfan Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Congrats to Kory. He was a Redskin through and through. And there really isnt a better compliment than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinzplay Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Wish him all the best, for sure. Those guys who play in the trenches, man! I'm glad when they get to retire somewhat early and enjoy an expanded period of recuperation for their bodies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTBIRD 227 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Best of Luck Kory on your retirement. Thank you for playing as a Redskin. Hope life will give you peace and happiness. Hail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hail4Life Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Thank you for your service! HTTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conn Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 6 hours ago, Koolblue13 said: Knew he was getting cut and wouldn't get signed. Wish he woulda started for someone so we'd get a pick. Failed again. You can't get a comp pick for a player you cut. And I doubt we're going to be eligible for comp picks with the way we're probably going to spend money this offseason anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacoby6644 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Thanks for all the years Kory!!! Great job and best of luck!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koolblue13 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 1 hour ago, ConnSKINS26 said: You can't get a comp pick for a player you cut. And I doubt we're going to be eligible for comp picks with the way we're probably going to spend money this offseason anyways. Well, the important thing is he's done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjunkies Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Thanks for your efforts and enjoy retirement big fella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbunny Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Injuries took their toll on the guy... But what a heart he ever gave in the trenches. Good luck on your upcoming life Sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor703 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Oddly enough, he was one of my favorite Redskins. Dude did whatever was asked of him and did it well up until injuries took their toll on him. Great guy and hard worker, he deserves and earned an awesome retirement. Thanks Kory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyvern Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 I was glad when the Skins first acquired him -- he was always a solid professional player who gave his best for the franchise. He was best suited for Shanahan's playbook, but more credit to him for hanging in there when they moved over to Gruden's schemes, in which he wasn't the best fit. For me, Kory's biggest drawback was whenever I had to try to type out his last name. ...Lichtensteiger, right? A solid Redskin ...and a classy exit too. I wish him all the best in the next phase of his life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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