The Cincinnati native spent seven seasons with the Bengals, who drafted him in the third round of the 2018 draft. Hubbard had 38 1/2 sacks in 104 games while helping Cincinnati return to prominence, including a berth in the Super Bowl following the 2021 season.

Cincinnati Bengals veteran edge rusher Sam Hubbard announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday, which was at least a bit surprising. Here's a look at why Hubbard decided to hang up his cleats.