Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb has decided to transition away from playing football and will join the SEC Network as a college football studio analyst, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Cobb, who played college football at the University of Kentucky before joining the NFL in 2011, has not formally announced his retirement from the NFL. He spent 10 of his 13 NFL seasons with the Green Bay Packers.
Fans have reacted to the news of former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb’s decision to step away from playing in the NFL.
Last season, Cobb made the decision to leave the Packers and join Aaron Rodgers with the New York Jets. He appeared in 11 games, recording five receptions for 39 yards and one touchdown, averaging 7.8 yards per catch.
Fans responded to Cobb’s move to join the SEC studio in the fall:
Cobb will always be remembered by Packers fans for his pivotal touchdown reception against the Bears in the 2013 season. This memorable play occurred in Week 17, securing the NFC North Title for the Packers. However, the Packers were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Wild Card round the following week.
It seemed inevitable that Randall Cobb would step away from football. Cobb shared with ESPN’s Katie Callahan his excitement about joining the SEC Network in the fall:
“I am incredibly excited to be coming home to the SEC with this new role. The level of greatness this conference provides year after year is unmatched – I cannot wait to return to the conference family with this SEC Network crew.”
This marks a significant addition for the SEC Network. Congratulations to Cobb on a remarkable career, and best wishes for success in his next journey in life.