Two-Time Super Bowl Champion Sony Michel Retires from the NFL; Rams Sign Royce Freeman as Replacement
Key points:
- Two-time Super Bowl champion RB Sony Michel has decided to retire from the NFL
- Michel retired during the opening weekend of training camp with the Los Angeles Rams
- The Rams have signed veteran RB Royce Freeman as Michel's replacement
Two-time Super Bowl champion running back Sony Michel has announced his retirement during the Los Angeles Rams’ training camp. The decision came as a surprise to the team and Coach Sean McVay, who praised Michel as a professional and competitor. Michel, who won his first Super Bowl with the New England Patriots and a second with the Rams, was expected to be the primary backup to Cam Akers this season. In response to his retirement, the Rams have signed veteran running back Royce Freeman. Michel’s retirement marks a significant shift in the Rams’ running back depth chart.
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