Stephon Gilmore retires: Ex-Patriots CB, former Defensive Player of the Year last played in 2024
Cornerback Stephon Gilmore, one of the greatest defensive backs in New England Patriots history and a 13-year NFL veteran, announced his retirement. The Super Bowl champion and 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year last played for the Minnesota Vikings two seasons ago and will not seek a comeback in 2026 after spending last year away from the game.