Brian Dawkins Retirement: Safety Will Sign 1-Day Contract With Philadelphia And Retire As An Eagle

Safety Brian Dawkins announced his decision to retire from the NFL on Monday, and now he's all set to sign a one-day contract with Philadelphia and retire as an Eagle at a press conference on Saturday.

The Eagles have scheduled an 11 a.m. press conference for Dawkins, who announced his retirement from football on Monday. The veteran safety played his last three seasons in Denver but will be most remembered for his passionate 13 years in Philadelphia.

Prior to coming to Denver, Dawkins spent 13 seasons with the Eagles, where he earned multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. Dawkins finished his career with 37 interceptions in 224 games played.

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Brian Dawkins Retirement: Long-Time Eagles Safety Remarks On Career, Future During Press Conference

S Brian Dawkins, officially retiring as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles this coming Saturday, spoke with the Denver Broncos media on Tuesday. Among his remarks, Dawkins expressed appreciation towards S Mike Adams, who will wear Dawkins' jersey No. 20 in the upcoming season, as well as appreciation for new Broncos QB Peyton Manning, whom Dawkins praised for his knowledge of the game.

Dawkins also spoke briefly on his future, saying he would not take the typical post-NFL route:

Dawkins jokes, "I will never be on Dancing with the Stars."

— Denver Broncos (@Denver_Broncos) April 24, 2012

Dawkins also served as a representative of the NFL Players Association, but will have step down upon his retirement. Asked as to who he thought would replace him on the NFLPA Executive Committee, Dawkins refused to tip his hand. He also discussed his one Super Bowl appearance, saying it would be the only game he would change if he could.

Asked about his decision to live in Denver after his retirement, Dawkins claimed to be as surprised as the fans:

Dawkins said it was a "pleasant surprise" to discover Denver as a permanent home for his family. "This is a beautiful place."

— Lindsay Jones (@PostBroncos) April 24, 2012

And was it the slopes that kept him in Colorado? Probably not:

Even though he'll be staying in Colorado, skiing / snowboarding isn't for him. His son broke his wrist in a snowboard lesson.

— MaxBroncos (@MaxBroncos) April 24, 2012

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Brian Dawkins Retirement: Eagles Announce Press Conference For Dawkins Retirement

According to Lindsay Jones of The Denver Post, the Philadelphia Eagles will hold a press conference on Saturday to make the retirement of S Brian Dawkins:

Philadelphia Eagles announce a Saturday press conference at team facility for Dawkins retirement.

— Lindsay Jones (@PostBroncos) April 23, 2012

Dawkins played for the Denver Broncos from 2009 through 2011, but had spent the previous 13 years with the Philadelphia Eagles. With 221 games and 37 interceptions on his career, the eight-time Pro Bowler appears to be a likely candidate for the NFL Hall of Fame.

Injuries marred the final two seasons of Dawkins's career as he missed five games in 2010 and then two more games in 2011. He announced his retirement on Monday morning, publicly announcing his decision via Twitter.

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Brian Dawkins Retirement: Broncos Head Coach John Fox Lauds "One Of The Best Ever"

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox only coached Brian Dawkins for one season, but as NFL lifers, their paths crossed many more times before that. Fox's admiration and respect for Dawkins as he leaves his playing days behind is evident in the statement that Fox released on Monday morning.

Brian Dawkins Retires: 'Major Press Conference' Expected Soon, According To Report

Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins has announced his retirement from the NFL, but don't expect the team to let this fade away in the lead up to the 2012 NFL Draft later this week. We should expect a press conference in the next day or two, reports the Denver Post's Mike Klis:

The Broncos will treat Brian Dawkins retirement the right was. Even in draft week, expect a major press conference, prob tomorrow or Wed

— Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) April 23, 2012

This news shouldn't change how the Broncos approach the draft at the end of the week. The team already brought in Mike Adams through free agency to shore up the safety position. Also, the Broncos have been expected to draft a safety at some point in proceedings because Dawkins' retirement -- either this season, as it turned out, or one year later -- has been a topic of discussion since the end of the 2011 season.

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Brian Dawkins Retirement: Philadelphia Offers To Have Dawkins Retire As Eagle

Brian Dawkins spent the last three season with the Denver Broncos, but for the 13 years of his career prior to those, he was a standout member of the Philadelphia Eagles. With Dawkins announcing his retirement today, the Eagles have made it be known that Dawkins has an "open invitation" to come back to Philadelphia and retire as an Eagle.

Brian Dawkins Retired From NFL After 16 Seasons, 3 With Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins has announced his retirement from the NFL after 16 seasons. He took to Twitter to let everyone know his decision:

The Lord has blessed me to play in the NFL for 16 years. I would like to thank the Eagles & the Broncos 4 believing In me. I would like 2 thank all my teammates & Coaches that I have been blessed 2 go to battle with. Along with u, the fans 4 helping make my career 1 that i have enjoyed tremendously. In other words. I am announcing my retirement from the NFL. #BBTB

Dawkins had played for the Broncos since the 2009 season, moving over from the Philadelphia Eagles -- his team for the first 13 years of his career. Dawkins became the soul of the Broncos defense, but over the last couple of years neck injuries cost him numerous games. He managed to play in just 14 regular season games and missed both playoff games after injuring his neck on a tackle during a game in Buffalo. He wound up hitting into teammate Robert Ayers on the play.

He finishes his career with 911 tackles, 37 interceptions, 36 forced fumbles and 26 sacks.

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Broncos' Brian Dawkins Mulls Retirement In 2012

16-year NFL veteran Brian Dawkins is still deciding between retirement and a potential return to the Denver Broncos in 2012-13.