Patriots' Devin McCourty retires after 13 seasons

New England Patriots safety Devin McCourty announced his retirement Friday after 13 seasons.

"It has been a great ride," McCourty said in a video on his Instagram. "I got the opportunity to talk to Mr. Kraft, to talk to Bill (Belichick), a lot of the guys on the defensive staff. Unbelievable ride."

The 35-year-old won three Super Bowls as a member of the Patriots.

"Through his individual performance and overall leadership, Devin has been such an important part of the success we have enjoyed over the past 13 seasons, including each of our last three Super Bowl championships," Patriots owner Robert Kraft said in a statement.

"For 13 years, Devin made everyone in our organization feel better and be better because of who he is - a pillar of professionalism, unselfishness, work ethic, preparation, intelligence, and performance," added Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. "I am excited to see him bring those same traits to his next chapter and brighten the lives of even more people."

The Rutgers product earned two Pro Bowl nods, was named a second-team All-Pro three times, and started 205 games throughout his career. McCourty racked up 971 tackles, 110 passes defended, and 11 forced fumbles.

McCourty played three seasons alongside his brother, Jason, in New England from 2018-20.

The New Jersey native departs the Patriots with the third-most interceptions (35) in the franchise's history, behind only Ty Law and Raymond Clayborn.