Report: Cardinals' John Abraham leaves team; may retire due to concussion issues
The latest concussion suffered by Arizona Cardinals linebacker John Abraham may spell the end of his career.
After suffering another concussion Monday night, Cardinals LB John Abraham has left the team, quite possibly for good, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 10, 2014
Cardinals LB John Abraham is suffering from memory loss and has been for well over a year, per sources. Could be end of his NFL career.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 10, 2014
Abraham left in the third quarter of Monday night's game against the San Diego Chargers with the injury.
The five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher was absent for the start of Cardinals' training camp this season after reportedly spending time in a rehab facility to treat an alcohol problem.
In 15 seasons split between the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons and Arizona Cardinals, Abraham amassed 133 1/2 sacks, 533 combined tackles and an interception.