When Washington Redskins six-time Pro Bowl left tackle Chris Samuels formally announced his retirement Thursday, he revealed that he played his entire NFL career knowing he had a spinal condition that put him at risk of paralysis with every blow to the head.

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Redskins tackle Chris Samuels retires amid health concerns (USA Today)

9SPORTS has learned that All-Pro Offensive lineman Chris Samuels will anbounce his retirement from football as early as this Thursday.

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Redskins All-Pro Chris Samuels Set To Retire (WUSA 9 Washington, D.C.)