Cox, who won the Super Bowl with the Eagles, says his decision to retire wasn't easy

Fletcher Cox held his official retirement press conference Tuesday after 12 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. The defensive tackle says his decision to retire wasn't easy. Cox says he wants to be remembered for his work in the NFL's Hall of Fame. Cox: "I want to be a hero for the Eagles, not just a football player"

Fletcher Cox has never called a city other than Philadelphia his home during his NFL career. Cox won Super Bowl LII with the Eagles. Cox announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL. The veteran defensive tackle announced he will retire at the end of his 12-year career.