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Former Jets and Blue Bombers QB Chris Streveler Retires at 31

This move spotlights the gap between CFL success and lasting NFL jobs.

Overview

  • Chris Streveler announced his retirement in an Instagram video at age 31, citing a long injury history that included two torn ACLs.
  • He became a fan favorite with the New York Jets in 2022, making one start and going 10-of-15 for 90 yards with 54 rushing yards.
  • He reached his peak in Canada with Winnipeg, winning the 2019 Grey Cup and leading the CFL in rushing touchdowns.
  • After leaving the NFL, he returned to the Blue Bombers for the 2024 and 2025 seasons, appearing in 31 games and throwing for 1,446 yards.
  • His NFL career spanned nine regular-season games with 231 passing yards and one touchdown, showing how hard it is for CFL standouts to find secure NFL roles.