Angerer hangs up the pads



Hell of a Hawkeye.

Good for him knowing when to hang up the pads and focus on family. I'm sure it wasn't 100% his choice with the injuries and whatnot, but in the end I hope the guy is happy.
 


Is he vested in the league pension? I thought it was 4 seasons on a roster, which would be 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013, right? Even at the bottom end of the scale, that pension kicks off enough for a decent life in a place like the Quad Cities. Best of luck to the kid.
 


Is he vested in the league pension? I thought it was 4 seasons on a roster, which would be 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013, right? Even at the bottom end of the scale, that pension kicks off enough for a decent life in a place like the Quad Cities. Best of luck to the kid.

They get about $500 a month for every year they were in the league. He can start drawing at 35 since he's getting out of the league so early. He also had the opportunity to put money into the NFL savings plan which could get him another $25k a year.
 


Loved the way Angerer played, but it's also probably why he's hanging it up when he is, just like Bob Sanders had to. No regard for their well-being (or their opponent) while on the field.
 
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Obviously he's battled injuries over the years which has made it tough for him to land with someone this season. Unfortunate situation but probably a good decision by Pat.

His body just wasn't big enough to have a long NFL career. He was barely over 6 feet. He packed every ounce of good weight he could on his frame, but that still only got him to 230 pounds. Hard for a body that small to take the pounding an NFL linebacker takes. Easier for guys like Greenway that are 6' 4" and can carry 240-245 pounds naturally on their frame.
 


When he was healthy, which wasn't for long, he was leading the league in tackles. He really had a nose for the football. One of my all time favorite Hawks. I wish him the best in his future endeavors.
 


A collection of Angerer quotes:

In response to the media bad-mouthing Iowa: "It's funny sometimes," linebacker Pat Angerer said. "It doesn't really matter what those guys say. I could beat up the majority of them, so I could care less."

You don’t need thumbs, he said. My best friend is my brother dog. He doesn’t have any thumbs and he’s doing fine.Â￾

Angerer and Vandenberg are pals and, apparently, engage in some backyard wrestling.
Every time he comes over to my house, he’s always running his mouth, Angerer said. I’ve literally choked him unconscious. He’s gotten up talking trash. So, we’re going to be OK.

Angerer on how he occupies his time during the day before a night game, I don’t really have enough friends who text me. They’re either in the Army or in jail. They can’t use their phones.

Angerer on sticking it out to see his fifth year at Iowa, Yeah, I’ve probably done everything you can do to fail out of here.Â￾

Angerer on stopping a fake field goal against Arizona, didn’t know what the hell was going on.

Angerer on what might’ve happened to him if he had followed through on thoughts of quitting football after his sophomore year, I don’t know what I’d be doing right now. I’d probably be in jail or something. But I’m glad I’m not, because I don’t think I could last in jail.

Angerer after one of Iowa’s close victories this season, Somebody must’ve sold their soul to somebody.

Angerer on what Iowa could do to contain Penn State’s offense, I don’t know. Try to tackle their guys.

Angerer on the beard trend that kicked in with the Hawkeyes earlier this season, I’m trying to become more of a man, so I grew out my facial hair and I’m trying to eat hot sauce more.

After Iowa’s victory at Penn State, Angerer was interviewed on Iowa’s postgame radio for maybe (probably?) the last time. He was asked what the happy locker room was like, Yeah it’s great, a bunch of naked guys walking around.

Angerer on his lack of hobbies, I'm not that interesting. I'm too dumb to shoot guns. I mean I like guns, but I'm not smart enough to do that.â€Â￾

After the ISU win, on what Sash has to do for an outright POTW: "I dunno...shoot lightning bolts out of his ***?"

In an Indianapolis radio interview, when asked about his rookie contract, Angerer said he "would play for Coors Light and flannels.
 




Maybe Pat can come back and help out on crowd control...I mean, really, these people nowadays that stand up the whole time at the game and such....it's just cray cray.....;)
 


Weak that the only time we got to see him on Hard Knocks was when get got cut. Goes from leading the Colts in tackles to out of the league in 3 years, ouch. However, I can see him being a successful coach at any level.
 


Sadly, I had a feeling this was coming. At least he is getting out while he's still somewhat healthy.

Maybe the university could hire him as a media coach. He could teach Kirk and company how to be more entertaining during interviews and pressers.
 


When he was healthy, which wasn't for long, he was leading the league in tackles. He really had a nose for the football. One of my all time favorite Hawks. I wish him the best in his future endeavors.

Agreed. When that guy hit you square in the hole, you never gained another yard. He is one of my favorites too.
 


Congrats on your retirement. God doesn't shut one door without opening another. Health has to be a priority to enjoy life. Going out classy and doing Hawkeye Nation proud.
 








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