Former Westlake High School quarterback Nick Foles has announced his retirement with the team that made him a legend.
On Thursday, after 11 years playing in the NFL, Foles will officially retire with the Philadelphia Eagles during the team’s opener on Sept. 16 against the Atlanta Falcons.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to retire as a Philadelphia Eagle,” the Foles said in a statement released by the Eagles. “The City of Brotherly Love has always felt like home to me as an NFL player. Philadelphia is a city I truly love, and it has been an honor to wear the Eagles jersey.”
After being drafted by Philly in the third round of the 2012 NFL draft, Foles competed with six teams over 11 seasons at the competitive level. Most notably, he earned the starting position with the Eagles in the 2017 season, leading the team to Super Bowl LII against the New England Patriots.
In the contest, Foles threw for three touchdowns, earned Super Bowl MVP honors, and caught one of his own on the infamous “Philly Special” play—becoming only one of two players in SB history with both a passing and a receiving touchdown.
Foles was one of three quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 25 touchdown passes and only two interceptions in a single season (2013, 28 TD – 2 INT). The only other two: future Hall of Famers Tom Brady (2016, 27 TD – 2 INT) and Aaron Rodgers (2018, 25 TD – 2 INT).
With Westlake, Foles was a two-year starter, accounting for 5,658 passing yards and 56 touchdowns, breaking most of the school records previously held by New Orleans Saints champ Drew Brees.
Foles released the following statement on social media:
After much thought and prayer, I’ve decided to retire from the NFL. It’s been an incredible 11-year journey filled with unforgettable moments and amazing people. From being drafted by the Eagles to winning the Super Bowl, every step has been a blessing.
I’m excited to spend more… pic.twitter.com/2uI5az5Eoc
— Nick Foles (@NickFoles) August 8, 2024
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