New York Jets defensive back Donnie Abraham announced his retirement on Monday. "My decision to retire from the game that I’ve enjoyed playing for nine seasons is in the best interest of my family and our future," Abraham said. "This is an opportunity for me to spend more time with my children and pursue personal business interests. This was a tough call to make because of how well the Jets’ organization has treated me as a player and a person, and how much I enjoy playing with the guys on this team." Abraham had been mulling retirement all offseason, but head coach Herman Edwards had convinced him to attend the team's offseason training activities. However, after further thought, the 10-year veteran has decided to call it a career. "We wanted Donnie to follow his heart and this is best for him and his family," Edwards said. "He provided us with three solid seasons and he’s a class act on and off the field. I’ve been fortunate to have coached Donnie for eight years of his career and when you're building a team, you want players like Donnie in your program. He’s guided younger players, sharing his knowledge and wisdom of the game, he’s worked hard, played hard, and is a consummate professional. The Jets wish him and his family the best with their future endeavors." A third round pick of Tampa Bay in 1996, Abraham recorded 38 interceptions in 132 games for the Buccaneers and Jets.