NFL Cornerback Levi Wallace Ends Eight-Year Career

At age 31, cornerback Levi Wallace has concluded his eight-year professional football career, announcing the decision via social media. The defensive back’s departure marks the end of an improbable journey that began without draft recognition.

Wallace’s most recent stint came with the Jacksonville Jaguars during the latest season, where injuries kept him off the field. His final game appearance took place while he played for the Denver Broncos in 2024.

The University of Alabama product signed as an undrafted free agent with the Buffalo Bills and immediately validated his unconventional entry into professional football. As a rookie, he appeared in seven games as a starter and secured significant playing time despite entering the league without draft pedigree.

During his tenure with Buffalo spanning four years, Wallace established himself as a reliable starter whenever active. The cornerback recorded 219 tackles and intercepted six passes while anchoring the Bills’ defensive backfield.

The Steelers acquired Wallace next, where he played in 31 games across two seasons with 18 starting assignments. Pittsburgh’s secondary benefited from his additional six interceptions before his departure from the organization.

Across his entire career, Wallace appeared in 96 games and accumulated 333 tackles, 56 pass deflections, and 12 interceptions. His Denver chapter produced more limited production, yielding 28 tackles and two starts in 13 games before retirement.