The last player to sack Brett Favre has retired from the NFL

After six seasons in the NFL, Corey Wootton has officially stepped away from the NFL. The 6'6 defensive end, mostly known for being the last player to sack quarterback Brett Favre, steps away from the game after spending four years with the Chicago Bears, one season with the Minnesota Vikings and one year (where he

After six seasons in the NFL, Corey Wootton has officially stepped away from the NFL.

The 6'6" defensive end, mostly known for being the last player to sack quarterback Brett Favre, steps away from the game after spending four years with the Chicago Bears, one season with the Minnesota Vikings and one year (where he didn't play) with the Detroit Lions.

Thank you all for the support! pic.twitter.com/wHQqWkAirF

— Corey Wootton (@CoreyWootton) July 26, 2016

Wootton had 65 tackles, 12.0 sacks and two fumble recoveries in 22 starts.

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