Lavonte David is now an ex-football player.
The 36-year-old Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend announced his retirement on Tuesday after 14 seasons in the NFL.
“For the past 14 seasons, Lavonte David has personified what it means to be a Tampa Bay Buccaneer,” the Glazer Family, the owners of the team, said in a statement. “He was a selfless leader both on and off the field, playing with passion and a genuine love for the game. He leaves a legacy as a Super Bowl champion and one of the greatest players in franchise history, setting a standard that will continue to impact our organization for years to come.”
A native of Miami, David was originally taken with the 58th overall selection of the 2012 NFL Draft out of Nebraska. He went…