Parramatta Eels star retires from NRL at 31 after suffering multiple concussions throughout career:
‘I lived my fairy tale’

Andrew Davey forced to retire due to concussion
The Eels star suffered a number of worrying knocks last season
Says he has retired following advice from medical experts Parramatta Eels Andrew Davey announced that he has retired from the NRL after suffering multiple concussions and advice from medical experts about head injuries.
The 31-year-old has played 44 NRL games over five seasons with the Sea Eagles, Bulldogs and Eels.
He is under contract with the Eels until the end of 2024, but has made the decision to stand down following a worrying series of concussions throughout his career, several of which have occurred in the past 12 months.
“For a boxer from Central Queensland who was never expected to play a single NRL game, this career has much to be proud of,” Davey said in a statement.
“It may not have been the ending I wanted, but the truth is I’ve been living my fairy tale for five years. I would like to thank the Parramatta Eels administrative staff, the medical team and all club coaches. The genuine care and support I received throughout this process was greatly appreciated and I could not have asked for better treatment in making this decision.
“I am incredibly grateful to have such supportive family and friends and I am also proud of the lasting friendships I have made during my time at the NRL. »

Davey’s most recent concussion came while defending a kick return in the Round of 16 loss to the Broncos, leaving the star in need of help on the field.
He joins a host of NRL players who have been forced to retire due to head collisions, including Roosters duo Jake Friend and Boyd Cordner.
Eels Director of Football Operations Mark O’Neill was full of praise for the hard-working striker.
“Andrew has always had an excellent work ethic and his desire and drive to succeed in the NRL is admirable,” he said.
“He is prepared for success beyond football and we wish him all the best for the future.”
Popular online sports physiotherapist Brien Seeney, known as NRL Physio on X (formerly Twitter), paid tribute to Davey following his announcement. “I am saddened to see Andrew Davey forced into early retirement following advice from medical experts,” Seeney wrote.
‘He has suffered at least two concussions this season and several during his career.
‘Putting your long-term health first, I wish you the best in your retirement.

Andrew Davey forced to retire due to concussion

The Eels star suffered a number of worrying knocks last season
Says he has retired following advice from medical experts Parramatta Eels Andrew Davey announced that he has retired from the NRL after suffering multiple concussions and advice from medical experts about head injuries.
The 31-year-old has played 44 NRL games over five seasons with the Sea Eagles, Bulldogs and Eels.
He is under contract with the Eels until the end of 2024, but has made the decision to stand down following a worrying series of concussions throughout his career, several of which have occurred in the past 12 months.
“For a boxer from Central Queensland who was never expected to play a single NRL game, this career has much to be proud of,” Davey said in a statement.
“It may not have been the ending I wanted, but the truth is I’ve been living my fairy tale for five years. I would like to thank the Parramatta Eels administrative staff, the medical team and all club coaches. The genuine care and support I received throughout this process was greatly appreciated and I could not have asked for better treatment in making this decision.
“I am incredibly grateful to have such supportive family and friends and I am also proud of the lasting friendships I have made during my time at the NRL. »
Davey’s most recent concussion came while defending a kick return in the Round of 16 loss to the Broncos, leaving the star in need of help on the field.
He joins a host of NRL players who have been forced to retire due to head collisions, including Roosters duo Jake Friend and Boyd Cordner.
Eels Director of Football Operations Mark O’Neill was full of praise for the hard-working striker.
“Andrew has always had an excellent work ethic and his desire and drive to succeed in the NRL is admirable,” he said.
“He is prepared for success beyond football and we wish him all the best for the future.”
Popular online sports physiotherapist Brien Seeney, known as NRL Physio on X (formerly Twitter), paid tribute to Davey following his announcement. “I am saddened to see Andrew Davey forced into early retirement following advice from medical experts,” Seeney wrote.
‘He has suffered at least two concussions this season and several during his career.
‘Putting your long-term health first, I wish you the best in your retirement.