Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday. Pierce played for both the Ravens and Minnesota Vikings over nine seasons before deciding to call it a career.

The Baltimore Ravens have lost a significant part of their defense, and the owner of one of the most memorable big-man interceptions of all time, as defensive tackle Michael Pierce announced his retirement Wednesday following a nine-year NFL career.

Ravens nose tackle Michael Pierce announced his retirement on Wednesday after eight seasons in the NFL, including seven with the Ravens.