Left tackle Tarik Glenn was a key cog in the Indianapolis Colts' Super Bowl-winning 2006 season. But according to the Indianapolis Star, Glenn won't be around for 2007. The Star reports that "several people close to" Glenn say he's retiring, although there is a chance that it's not etched in stone:
None of Glenn's teammates would confirm the decision publicly, and repeated attempts to reach Glenn were unsuccessful.When asked to comment on his client's decision, agent Ralph Cindrich said any response would have to come from Glenn.Colts coach Tony Dungy said earlier this week he recently talked with Glenn, but would not divulge the nature of the discussions. "Probably the best person to speak to on that is him,'' Dungy said.
Pro Football Talk notes that it's possible this is an attempt to leverage a raise, especially in light of the six-year, $72 million contract recently given to Glenn's teammate, Dwight Freeney. But if Glenn is done, Peyton Manning's life just got a bit tougher.
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7-21-2007 @ 8:36PM
glenn said...
the only leverage a player has to renogiate is to retire......and really.....a left tackle is the most important player on a team.....for those who know football, they will agree.....i need facts about his age....and current contract....
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7-21-2007 @ 8:56PM
Carlos said...
He is not going to get the contract he want's from anyone not with his age - the colts drafted his eventual replacement so he is just trying to play hardball. There may be some drop off if he doesn't play but he should earn what he can this year and see if he can get something next year when he is cut or released with another team perhaps a team that is rebuilding where he could teach the young guys.
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7-22-2007 @ 4:49AM
kandrewtna81 said...
I just saw on ESPN that it is confirmed he will be retiring.
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7-25-2007 @ 3:20PM
ALEX said...
Tarik, THANK YOU
a great example of a consious being more blessing to come-next time he will have a colts uniform on will be his induction into the NFL Hall of Fame.
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