Marshall University Hall of Famer and Thundering Herd Legend Vinny Curry’s professional football career came full circle Thursday as the Super Bowl champion retired as a Philidelphia Eagle, serving as an honorary captain for the Eagles’ game against the Washington Commanders.

The 36-year-old defensive end Curry will serve as an honorary captain at Thursday's game as he retires from the NFL.

On Nov. 14, 2024, Vinny Curry's football career came full circle. The Marshall Hall of Famer, legend and Super Bowl champion officially retired as a member

Super Bowl champion Vinny Curry will officially retire as a member of the Eagles and will serve as an honorary captain on Thursday night against the Commanders. Curry, 36, played eight of his 11 NFL seasons with the Eagles, who drafted him in the second round out of Marshall back in 2012.

PHILADELPHIA — Vinny Curry, who grew up in Neptune as an Eagles’ fan, will retire as and be honored by his favorite team on Thursday night at Lincoln Financial Field.

Following a one-year stop in Tampa Bay, Curry returned to Philly for the 2019 and 2020 seasons. His 41 tackles for loss and 85 QB hits rank in the top-10 in franchise history, so it’s only fitting that he’ll sign an honorary contract to finish his career with the Eagles.

Vin Curry has already started a career in the media, and now the veteran pass rusher is set to retire as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. A New Jersey native, Curry was a second-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. He worked his way into a critical role on the Super Bowl-winning roster.

When the Eagles host the Washington Commanders for their NFC East showdown on Thursday Night, this Super Bowl Champion will serve as Honorary Captain

Vinny Curry, who helped Philadelphia win Super Bowl LII, will retire as an Eagle when the Birds host the Washington Commanders Thursday at Lincoln Financial Field.