Former Arizona Cardinals Center Billy Price retires after life-saving surgery
A former starting center for the Arizona Cardinals is retiring after a life-altering surgery.
A former starting center for the Arizona Cardinals is hanging it up after undergoing life-saving surgery to repair a blood clotting issue.
Billy Price, a former first-round pick of the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2018 NFL Draft, and a starter for the Cardinals during the 2022 season announced on Instagram after undergoing emergency pulmonary embolism surgery on April 24 to remove a blood clot that was entering both of his lungs that he is retiring.
"In the blink of an eye, everything can be taken away," Price wrote. "On April 24th I had emergency pulmonary embolism surgery to remove a saddle clot that was entering both of my lungs. As a healthy 29-year-old, an unprovoked pulmonary embolism with no further medical explanation is terrifying. I am truly thankful to be alive today. Unfortunately, I will be retiring from the NFL as the risk of an internal bleed while on blood thinners creates tremendous risk.
"I am truly thankful for the opportunity to have played in some of the greatest atmospheres around the world. I am thankful to have trained and played alongside men who will continue to make Pro Bowls, All-Pro Rosters and Hall of Fame recognitions.
"To my wife: this career would not have been possible without your continued love and support. The sacrifices you have made over the course of my career do not go unnoticed. I cannot wait to navigate the next chapter in life with you as we continue to grow our family."
The 29-year-old is retiring due to risks of internal bleeding while on blood thinners.
Price's lone season with the Cardinals in 2022 was when the team finished fourth in the NFC West with a record of 4-13.
That year, he was signed off the Las Vegas Raiders practice squad before joining the Cardinals. He took over the starting center position in Week 7 after Rodney Hudson injured his knee.
Price last played for the Dallas Cowboys practice squad during the 2023 season.
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