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01-19-2010, 03:34 PM
Deuce McAllister officially announced his retirement from football Tuesday.
McAllister is said to be 30 pounds over his playing weight, and he admits that another knee surgery would likely be required to play again. The Saints can no longer afford to use a roster spot on Deuce with Robert Meachem (ankle) questionable for this week's game against the Vikings. The local hero will continue to serve as honorary captain Sunday. He retires as the Saints all-time leading rusher and touchdown scorer.
McAllister is said to be 30 pounds over his playing weight, and he admits that another knee surgery would likely be required to play again. The Saints can no longer afford to use a roster spot on Deuce with Robert Meachem (ankle) questionable for this week's game against the Vikings. The local hero will continue to serve as honorary captain Sunday. He retires as the Saints all-time leading rusher and touchdown scorer.