What happened: The quarterback said persistent trouble with his surgically repaired knee led him to leave the NFL for good. Bridgewater stepped away from the Detroit Lions on Sunday before confirming his decision Monday.
Why it matters: The move ends a comeback that continued for a decade after his severe 2016 training-camp injury with the Minnesota Vikings. He earned a Pro Bowl selection in Minnesota and later helped the New Orleans Saints win five straight starts in 2019.
By the numbers: Bridgewater finishes with 15,182 passing yards, 75 touchdowns and 47 interceptions across 83 games, including 65 starts. He completed 66.3% of 2,082 career attempts.
What to watch: Detroit will distribute its remaining preseason quarterback work behind Goff, with Dobbs installed as the veteran backup.