The Facts: Rice's NFL career has come to an abrupt conclusion. Rice has decided to retire due to concussion concerns, according to a source who has spoken with the wide receiver. The team later announced the news.

Diehards Line:Rice, 27, had been expected to be in a camp battle this summer for a role as an outside receiver in Seattle. He re-signed with the Seahawks in April after being released as a salary-cap casualty in February. Rice's sudden exit provides some clarity along the Seattle depth chart. Jermaine Kearse appears to be locked into the No. 3 receiver role behind Percy Harvin and Doug Baldwin. Kevin Norwood and Ricardo Lockette, meanwhile, have one less competitor for a roster spot.