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Doyle, 31, released an extended statement through the Colts on
Twitter. In it, he thanked his wife, family, Colts owner Jim
Irsay, coaches and staff, agent, teammates and fans. Doyle was
born and raised in Indianapolis.
"I now go back to being the fan I have always been and retiring
from the great game of football," Doyle wrote, in part. "I have
a deep respect for the dedication and commitment it takes to be
out there for your teammates. At this time, my body is telling
me that is a sacrifice I can no longer make."
Doyle finished his career with 295 catches for 2,729 yards and
24 touchdowns. He made the Pro Bowl in 2017 and 2019. He played
in 131 career games, making 84 starts, all for the Colts. He
joined the Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2013.
"It's rare when a player has the opportunity to play for his
hometown team, thus we are extremely thankful for the nine
outstanding seasons Jack spent with the Colts, the team he grew
up cheering for," Irsay said in a statement.
The Colts also save $5.45 million in cap space, giving the club
$42.5 million heading into the new year.
--Field Level Media
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