LaDainian Tomlinson and 10 NFL Veterans Who Should Consider Retirement

LaDainian Tomlinson leads a group of former All-Pro NFL players that should consider retirement once the curtain draws closed on the 2011-12 season.

As is the case with every NFL season, a number of players we've grown to know and love throughout the years are finally ready to hang 'em up and call it quits.

With an average career length significantly lower than all other major sports, NFL players are forced to consider the wear and tear on their bodies much sooner than other professional athletes due to the violent nature of the game.

Let's take a look at 10 NFL veterans that should be considering retirement in 2012.

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Source: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1003611-ladainian-tomlinson-and-10-nfl-veterans-that-should-consider-retirement

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