Shaquem Griffin is a former linebacker in the National Football League. On April 28, 2018, he was selected by the Seahawks in the fifth round (141st overall), reuniting him with Shaquill.

Shaquem Griffin announced his retirement on Wednesday, August 24 2022. In a piece for the Players Tribune, Shaquem Griffin explained his decision to leave the NFL, writing that it is “time for me to execute my Plan A.”

Griffin’s plan entails “doing something” that will “have a positive impact on the world.”

Griffin stated that he is retiring from football but will remain in the league as a member of the NFL Legends Community, a programme in which retired players mentor current and former players.

He stated “After everything I’ve been through in my life all the hard work, all the doubters it’s almost unthinkable that I’m hanging it up and moving on from the game of football.

But I know the positive effect I’m having on others. I’m speaking at colleges and universities, talking to football teams and even presenting to corporate America about never doubting yourself and tirelessly pursuing your dreams.”

The former UCF linebacker was named AAC defensive player of the year in 2016 and a second-team All-American in 2017.