NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Former New Orleans Saints middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma has formally retired from the NFL,CHeap NFL Jerseys China, more than a year after playing his last game.
Vilma, who made the announcement in conjunction with the Saints before Sunday's game against Carolina, says he's fortunate to retire as a member of the club with which he won a Super Bowl in the 2009 season.
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