Anthony Barr Announces NFL Retirement After Decorated Run With Minnesota

After over a decade of heart, hustle, and hits, four-time Pro Bowler Anthony Barr is officially hanging up his cleats.

The longtime Minnesota Vikings linebacker, known for his leadership on and off the field, announced his retirement, capping off an impressive NFL career. Drafted ninth overall in 2014, Barr spent eight dominant seasons in purple and gold, becoming one of the franchise’s most respected defenders.

💜 “From UCLA to Minnesota, it’s been a journey I’ll never forget. Thank you to the Vikings, my teammates, and every fan who believed in me,” Barr said in a heartfelt farewell message.

He finishes his career with:

• 553 total tackles

• 18.5 sacks

• 5 interceptions

   

• 4 Pro Bowl selections

• Countless memories made with SKOL Nation

Whether it was rushing the passer, dropping into coverage, or rallying the locker room, Barr embodied the Vikings spirit.

🎙️ “Anthony was the heartbeat of our defense,” a former teammate shared. “He made everyone around him better.”

From his iconic #55 jersey to his mentorship of young players, Barr’s legacy in Minnesota will endure — not just in the stat sheet, but in the culture he helped build.