Michael Strahan Calls It Quits

The active sack leader and 7-time Pro Bowler for the New York Giants, Michael Strahan is calling it a career. His crowning glory is a Super Bowl ring this past January in one of the most improbably outcomes in history, as the Giants beat the vaunted New England Patriots 17-14.

The 36-year-old Strahan, the NFL's active leader in sacks, informed the Giants on Monday.

"I'm just finding out about it; let me get organized," coach Tom Coughlin said after a team offseason workout.

Strahan's retirement first was reported by Foxsports.com

"It was important that my teammates knew which way I was going before they got on the field to start the work to defend our title," Strahan told the Web site. "It's time. I'm done."

Strahan had hinted at retirement last season and missed almost all of training camp while coming to a decision to play.

Strahan also holds the NFL's single season sack mark and the Giants record for sacks, which was previously held by Lawrence Taylor.

Expect Strahan to make an impact in broadcasting and television, as he has made numerous appearances on both radio and television in several capacities.

He's also eligible for the Hall of Fame in five years.