Former Patriots WR announces retirement after injury

Per the Patriots' website, the team claimed Thyrick Pitts Jr. off waivers last August after a successful college career with Delaware.

Pitts, 24, was originally signed by Chicago as a rookie free agent from Delaware on May 5, 2023. The 6-foot-1, 201-pounder was released by Chicago on July 31, 2023. 

He played in 59 games during his college career and finished with 172 receptions for 2,429 yards and 23 touchdowns. In his last season at Delaware, Pitts played in 13 games and finished the year with 57 receptions for 631 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Pitts announced his retirement

Per Zac Ventola with Patriots Today, Pitts announced his retirement via Instagram:

"Since I was 4 years old, l’ve had a football in my hand. l’ve been very fortunate to play this game every fall for the past 21 years. Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey and all the family I have made along the way. You’ve helped me to fulfill my childhood dreams of playing college football and playing in the NFL.

"Today, I’m officially hanging up my cleats and turning to the next chapter of my life. I‘m excited to announce that I’ll be joining a multi-million dollar financial management team at Ameriprise Financial. With all the support l’ve received along the way, I want to pay it forward and give back to the community. My goal is to assist people in managing their finances, understanding financial concepts, and helping families create financial plans for the future.

"Onwards and Upwards!”

Pitts was most recently with the Green Bay Packers. The Packers signed him in December. However, after placing him on injured reserve, the team waived him on May 6.