Veteran safety announced his retirement from the NFL on Saturday. The 31-year-old signed with the this summer as added depth alongside , and third-round pick . Gregory started 23 games for the the past two years. He played well in his 11 starts for a Kelly Hrudey Kids Jersey banged-up Pats defense last season, climbing all the way up into the No. 27 safety in Pro Football Focus' rankings. After eight NFL seasons Gregory cited the Marty Mcsorley Women Jersey birth of his daughter this offseason as giving him a new perspective on life. He said he plans to pursue a future in coaching. The gritty defender started his career as an undrafted free agent and ends it with 357 tackles, seven interceptions, 25 pa ses defensed, three sacks and two touchdowns in 111 games with the and . (Gregory's most famous play as a Patriot will be forever remembered, as he was the man who scooped up 's infamous and returned it to the house.)With Gregory's retirement, the are expected to be Arthur Kaliyev Men Jersey on the lookout for additional veteran help at the safety position. Below is Gregory's statement in full, : "It is with tremendous respect, appreciation, and admiration for the game of football that I've decided to announce my retirement effective immediately. After entering the game as an undrafted free agent, I was fortunate enough to play twice as long as the average player. This past offseason, my wife Rosanne and I were ble sed to welcome a daughter, Aviana, and spending time with here has changed Jonny Brodzinski Men Jersey my life's perspective. It is my hope to continue in football as a coach and I look forward to what the future holds. I'm tremendously happy with my decision and being able to walk away from this great game both healthy and on my own terms. I would be remi s in announcing my retirement without thanking my great family, coaches, teammates, scouts, trainers, agent and all of the fans that have supported me along the way. Thank you, Derek Forbort Men Jersey "*The answers every question about preseason action that you were . *