The Facts:
Following up on
an ongoing story. ... Lamont Smith, Mason's agent, confirmed that the 12-year veteran has retired in an e-mail to The Baltimore Sun. This after Mason abruptly announced his retirement Monday, a decision that surprised and confused the Ravens.
Reported by the Baltimore Sun
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Ravens officials were caught off guard by the news because Mason had worked out at team headquarters only hours before the announcement. Meanwhile, Mason told ESPNews he's 99 percent sure about the decision. ""If I do change my mind, it won't be because of the Ravens," he said shortly after the announcement was released. "As far as financially, I don't think they can do anything to sway me. ..." Wiggle room? Maybe. Mason, who has no secret of his desire for a new contract, has yet to file his official paperwork with the league and admits he could be swayed by family and friends. Still, the original announcement sounds pretty convincing.
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