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Packers' Robert Brooks calls it quits
GREEN BAY, Wis., Aug. 2 (UPI) - Veteran wide receiver Robert Brooks
of the Green Bay Packers, whose once promising career has been shut down
the last three seasons by the constant pain of back and knee injuries,
today (Monday) announced his retirement from the NFL. He played seven
seasons in the pro ranks, all with the Packers.
The 29-year-old Brooks, who told team officials of his decision late
Sunday, confirmed the speculation at a news conference at team
headquarters. He said he did not feel he was healthy enough to be able
to regain the form that made him a two-time 1,000-yard receiver earlier
this decade.
The Packers now have a major dilemma at wide receiver, and Brooks'
retirement may give more leverage to Antonio Freeman, who is a training
camp holdout because of a contract dispute. The two had been pencilled
as the team's likely starting wideouts this year.
Last season, Brooks, who was hampered by back pain, was limited to 31
receptions for 420 yards, although he did score three touchdowns.
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