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Marpet, 28, was named to the Pro Bowl this past season. He
started 16 games in 2021 and 101 in his career since being
selected by the Buccaneers in the second round of the 2015 NFL
Draft out of Hobart College, a Division III program in upstate
New York.
"After seven formidable years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers,
I've come to the decision to retire from the game that has given
me so much," Marpet wrote on Instagram.
"This organization and the people surrounding it have helped not
only fulfill a dream, but also helped build me into the person I
am today. I've made Tampa Bay my home and I look forward to
serving this community in the coming years. To the coaches and
teammates, family and friends, an Instagram post simply can't
express the profound impact you've had on me. I'm eternally
grateful. Thank you Tampa Bay," he wrote.
Marpet became the Buccaneers' second high-profile player to
retire after the season. Star quarterback Tom Brady announced he
was hanging up the cleats on Feb. 1.
Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians praised Marpet for all that he has
done for the team.
"I can't say enough about what Ali has meant to our team over
the three seasons since my arrival," Arians said.
"He has been the consummate professional and has been a rock for
us in the interior of our offensive line. We will miss him on
the field and in the locker room, but I am happy that he gets to
go out as a Super Bowl champion and Pro Bowler. It is never easy
saying goodbye to a player who has meant so much to our success,
but I support and respect his decision and wish him a great life
after football," Arians said.
The Buccaneers' offensive line could be in for a major overhaul
this season. Right guard Alex Cappa and center Ryan Jensen are
set to be free agents.
(Field Level Media)
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