FILE — Detroit Lions defensive sort out John Penisini (98) watches throughout an NFL soccer sport towards the Cincinnati Bengals in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. Penisini introduced on Instagram he's retiring after two seasons within the NFL. Paul Sancya, Related Press
After two seasons within the NFL, John Penisini is retiring from soccer.
The previous Utah and West Jordan Excessive defensive lineman made the announcement Saturday morning on Instagram.
“I’m undoubtedly going to overlook my teammates and the teaching workers however I’m glad I bought to expertise it. I’m completely satisfied and excited for no matter life has for me,” Penisini wrote.
“For my household, pals, teammates, coaches and all of the individuals who supported my dream alongside the best way I recognize and love you guys. Go Lions #OnePride.”
The 25-year-old Penisini, who grew up within the Salt Lake Valley, was a sixth-round choose within the 2020 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions.
Throughout his rookie NFL season, Penisini — who additionally performed at Snow Faculty earlier than starring on the Utes’ line of defense — began 12 video games for the Lions.
He completed his professional profession enjoying in 32 video games and had 49 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, one sack, one move deflection and a fumble restoration.
Following his rookie NFL season, Penisini underwent surgical procedure to have giant lots faraway from each of his shoulders, in keeping with The Detroit Information.
“Penisini had what regarded like softballs in his shoulder that he had repaired after the season, after the actual fact,” Lions coach Dan Campbell mentioned, per the Detroit Information. ”It simply regarded like a bunch of calcium deposits that had been in there. You marvel why while you watch the movie final yr why he’s not utilizing his arm. It’s as a result of he had points.”