Cardinals' Travis Vokolek retires at age 28 because of neck injury
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Key Points:
- Cardinals tight end Travis Vokolek is retiring from the NFL due to a serious neck injury sustained during a kickoff blocking play last season, which ended his career.
- Vokolek announced his retirement on social media, expressing gratitude for his three-year NFL career and the support from teammates, coaches, trainers, and especially his wife.
- He emphasized the life lessons and unforgettable memories football gave him, thanking the Arizona Cardinals training staff for their care during his recovery.
- Vokolek entered the NFL as an undrafted rookie with the Ravens in 2023, spending most of that season on the practice squad before joining the Cardinals' active roster late in the year.
