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Posted on: Wednesday, June 3, 2009

NFL: Patriots' safety Harrison announces retirement


Associated Press

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Rodney Harrison is done hitting quarterbacks.

The two-time Pro Bowl safety announced his retirement on Wednesday after a 15-year career for the New England Patriots and San Diego Chargers.

The 36-year-old Harrison holds the NFL record for defensive backs with 30 1/2 sacks. He also has 34 interceptions, making him the only player to have at least 30 of each.