why did tiki barber retire??

Answer 1

He wanted to go out on top, before he got seriously injured. He's a smart guy and had other opportunities in life.

Answer 2

In October 2006, Barber revealed his intention to retire at the end of the 2006 NFL season. There had been speculation that Barber might retire to pursue a career in broadcasting, but the news still came as a shock to Giants fans and NFL observers.

Many fans wondered why a player at the peak of his game would retire. Barber cited the toll the physical nature of football takes on a person's body. He also spoke of his keen interest in pursuing a broadcasting career and other opportunities. Rick Reilly wrote a column in Sports Illustrated, that chastised critics of Barber's decision and listed a number of former players who played until they were no longer physically able to and have since endured long-term injuries.

During his career with the Giants, the team never won a championship, a top goal of Barber's that he spoke publicly about in 2005. When announcing his retirement, Barber seemed at peace to leave the game without a Super Bowl ring. He said, "I used to think my career was defined by not winning a Super Bowl. But I think looking back on my career, they'll see someone who was a competitor, someone who always played hard and never gave up." He officially filed his retirement papers with the Players Association on February 12, 2007

Answer 3

He was tired of being treated like a child by Tom Coughlin. He didn't like Tom Coughlin. He had interest in broadcasting and wanted to pursue that. He was tired of the weekly beating he got by playing football. He wanted to be able to walk when he was 50. He didn't think his team was as committed to winning as he was (I completely agree about this because Tiki Barber was carrying this team to way more wins than they deserved. The team should have been called the New York Tiki Barbers for the past two seasons).

Answer 4

He's already building a career in TV broadcasting. He plans to spend more time with his two young sons, A.J. and Chason, and write more children's books, with one targeted at adolescents scheduled to be released this year.

He's also working on a personal memoir, and is an investor in a company that makes a fruit-infused drink called "O Water."

Barber, one of the NFL's most personable players, nearly retired after the 2005 season when he ran for a team-record 1,860 yards. He returned for another year because he thought the team was talented enough to win the Super Bowl.

While the Giants showed signs of being a Super Bowl contender by opening 6-2, they struggled with off-field bickering and team chemistry while stumbling into the postseason with an 8-8 record.

"The circumstances of getting beat up, losing the passion a little bit for it, told me it was time to do something else," he said.

Answer 5

He's a personable, charismatic guy, and he can probably make as much or more money as a broadcaster. Also, I think Tom Coughlin is hell to play for. Coughlin has no idea how to make the game fun or rewarding for his players. That had to influence Tiki's decision. However, I think probably the most appealing part was retiring while he can still walk without a limp.

Answer 6

Tiki retired because of the history of star players having serious effects from past injuries in football. Tiki being the smart player he is got out while he still could. Also in the process he got himself even more endorsements and boosted his profile.

Answer 7

NYG fan here - he had no coronary heart; he had to be a television celeb extra advantageous than he had to play soccer - besides the fact that if enjoying 2-3 extra seasons could have positioned him between the all-time greats. He incredibly exchange into certainly one of the two-3 maximum versatile RB's in history - strolling away while he exchange into nonetheless putting up 2,000 yards from scrimmage according to three hundred and sixty 5 days purely shows he had no coronary heart. Jacobs is a beast, yet as he confirmed back and back Sunday night, he can not capture the ball. that's why Barber exchange into so very risky.

Answer 8

Running backs when they lose a step go down the drain in 1-2 seasons. Barber knew he was slowly losing that step and would be gone in 1-2 years anyway. He didnt was the media saying he was washed up had no businss playing only a season after he got 1600 yds. He knew he was dont and got out of there as fast as he could.

Answer 9

Because being able to walk without a limp is a good thing.
He also has set himself up to be a very good news person.
Wasn't as happy as he could have been in New York but didn't want to go anywhere else.
Tom Coughlin wouldn't let him take days off of full pad practice
and he felt that was wearing his body out. ( but that wouldn't be fair to the rest of the team if Coughlin played favorites to 1 and not all)

Answer 10

He was smart to retire when he did. The Giants are only getting worse, Eli is a chump, and the team is crumbling. He also was smart to retire while he was still on top of his game. There's nothing sadder then seeing a burnt out former star holding back a team and struggling just to achieve mediocrity.

Answer 11

He retired because he didn't want to be unable to walk or use his college education by the time he was 40! He got out honorably and with his health! I wish him great success in whatever field of endeavor he chooses.