Jan 25, 2019; Twin brothers and centers Mike Pouncey of the Chargers (left) and Maurkice Pouncey of the Steelers pose during AFC Pro Bowl practice. © Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Maurkice and Mike Pouncey announce retirement from NFL

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 2/12/21

Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey and Los Angeles Chargers center Mike Pouncey are retiring from the NFL.

The twin brothers, who are 31 years old, made the announcement through Maurkice's former teammate and ex-Steelers guard Ramon Foster.

It’s my honor that my brothers from another asked me to announce the next stage in their life. After over a decade @MaurkicePouncey and Mike Pouncey are RETIRING from the @nfl . Below are their memos to thank those involved in their careers. #Steeler #chargers #Miami #NFL pic.twitter.com/v9IALOrZaX
— Ramon Foster (@RamonFoster) February 12, 2021

Both brothers spent over a decade in the league and combined for 13 Pro Bowls. Maurkice spent his entire career with the Steelers after being selected in the first round of the 2010 draft. He's a nine-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro.

Maurkice joins Vance McDonald and tight ends coach James Daniel as fellow Steelers to finish their career following the 2020 season.

Mike spent most of his career with the Miami Dolphins before playing his final two seasons with the Chargers. The Dolphins selected him in the first round of the 2011 draft and he's a four-time Pro Bowler.

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