Oct 1, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) reacts in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Jordan Hicks retires: What we'll remember about his Vikings stint

Originally posted on Minnesota Vikings on SI
By Will Ragatz | Last updated Jul 25, 2025 11:57 AM ET

Former Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks is retiring after ten NFL seasons, he announced on Friday morning. The former third-round pick and longtime starter never made a Pro Bowl, but he had a heck of a career with four different teams.

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Not only did Hicks make a full recovery from the injury, he returned to the field in Week 16 after missing the minimum four games on IR. That said a lot about his toughness and motivation.

Hicks, who spent his final season with the Browns last year, was an excellent football player and a highly-respected teammate and leader in the locker room. On the field, he was a well-rounded linebacker who could cover, defend the run, and blitz. He also helped establish the culture O'Connell has built in Minnesota. It was just a two-year run for Hicks with the Vikings, but his impact shouldn't be overlooked.

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