A Decade-Long NFL Journey Comes to an End
Longtime NFL wide receiver Chris Conley has officially announced his retirement from professional football. Most recently with the San Francisco 49ers, Conley has decided to step away from the game after 10 seasons in the league.
A New Chapter in Film
His agent shared the news with Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, revealing that Conley plans to return to the University of Georgia to attend film school.
Conley’s next goal is to become a filmmaker, marking a unique transition from the football field to the world of cinema.
Conley’s Football Career
Throughout his NFL tenure, the 32-year-old contributed mainly on special teams while playing for five different teams: the Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers.
Before entering the NFL, Conley had a standout college career at the University of Georgia. He was selected by the Chiefs in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft, taken 76th overall.
His most productive offensive season came in 2019 with the Jaguars, when he recorded 47 receptions for 775 yards and five touchdowns.
A Unique Path Forward
Conley now shifts his focus from football to filmmaking, a rare path for a player who sustained a decade-long NFL career. His story stands out as an uncommon journey, one that blends sports and the arts in a way not often seen.
