Sam Jacobs has announced his retirement after 208 games.
Jacobs was contracted for 2021 but has decided he won’t go on after a decorated career at three clubs.
The 32-year old was selected by Carlton in the 2007 Rookie Draft and played 17 games for the Blues before becoming one of the AFL’s most dominant ruckmen at Adelaide where he played 184 games.
During this time, he was named in the Virgin Australia AFL All Australia squad three times (2012, 2014 and 2017).
Jacobs moved to Sydney with his young family ahead of the 2020 season and played seven games for the GIANTS.
Jacobs said he retires content that he got everything out of his body.
“Things didn’t quite go to plan this year and I got out with real happiness and I’m really proud of the career I’ve been very luck to be part of three great clubs," said Jacobs.
“With our second child due in November, it’s time to put my family first and it just feels like the time is right and I’m really excited about what’s next.
“As footballers, we live a very stressful life at times and you can’t switch off and I honestly feel like I haven’t switched off for 14 years.
“I’ve made lifelong friends at the three clubs I’ve been fortunate enough to play at and I thank them all for the opportunity.”
GIANTS General Manager Jason McCartney thanked Jacobs for his service to the club.
“Sam had a big impact on our club in a short space of time and we thank him for his contribution over the past 12 months,” said McCartney.
“We wish Sam, his wife Isabelle, daughter Imogen and baby Jacobs all the best for their future back in Adelaide.”
