IN BRIEF : Butz, 38, Retires From Redskins
Dave Butz, the oldest starting player in the National Football League, announced his retirement today.
“It was a good long association with the Redskins, who have always treated me fairly,” Butz said. “Many people play in the league and never make the playoffs. I have been fortunate to play in three Super Bowls.”
Butz, 38, played in 216 NFL games and started in 189.
The defensive tackle’s retirement had been rumored for months. He did not participate in the team’s mini-camp last week. Butz had another year remaining on his two-year contract that would bring him $550,000 this season. The team, however, concerned over his off-season work habits, had asked the veteran to take a pay cut and stay in the Washington area during the off-season so his workouts could be monitored.
Butz was drafted out of Purdue and played two seasons for the former St. Louis Cardinals before signing with Washington as a free agent in 1975.
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