Cox said the thought of retirement was in the back of his mind even as the 2023 season began and he seems at peace with his decision.
He began Tuesday’s press conference by thanking Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and GM Howie Roseman, his family, friends, coaches and teammates, support staff, Eagles fans, media and more before taking questions.
Here are five takeaways from the 23-minute press conference:
When people look back at my career, I want them to look at the way that I played the game,” he said. “The honest way I played the game. The way I went out, the way they looked at my leadership, even the younger guys. I still want them to call me for leadership and advice. That’s what I want to be looked at as.”
Throughout his time in the NFL, Cox really grew into his role as a leader for younger players, most recently Jordan Davis, Jalen Carter and more. Cox wants those younger players to be a part of his legacy and listed three guys who helped him early in his career: Trent Cole, Cullen Jenkins and Darryl Tapp.
Like Cole, Jenkins and Tapp before him, Cox really just wanted to show younger players how to be a professional. And Cox said he wants those young players to still call him whenever they need something. He’ll be there for them to lean on.
