After only four seasons in the NFL, guard Hugh Thornton has decided to retire.
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Thornton was drafted in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts, and he started 32 games during his four seasons with the franchise.
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Thornton missed the 2016 season with a foot injury and was placed on injured reserve by the Colts. He signed with the Atlanta Falcons in the offseason, but decided to retire at the age of 25.
G Hugh Thornton has announced his retirement from the NFL.
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— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) May 9, 2017
Thornton was a standout offensive lineman at Illinois from 2009-2012. He was selected as a member of the second-team All-Big 10 team in 2012 with the Fighting Illini.
