Few wide receivers in the NFL have done what Mohamed Sanu Sr. did. He could catch, run, and throw touchdowns with equal flair. The Cincinnati Bengals drafted Mo in 2012, and he wasted no time in making history. Who can forget that 73-yard touchdown pass to A.J. Green on his very first NFL play? Green described it as “a perfect ball.” He brought versatility to every team he played for, especially during his standout years with the Atlanta Falcons.
Sanu’s journey was never straightforward. From breaking Larry Fitzgerald’s Big East reception records at Rutgers to starring in playmaker roles under Kyle Shanahan’s offense in Atlanta, he always found ways to impact the game. His rare ability to throw precise touchdown passes as a wide receiver made him a unique weapon. You don’t get a passer rating of 158.3 completing 7 of 8 attempts without some serious skill. And more importantly, he proved to be a reliable veteran and locker room leader everywhere he went.
But now, the chapter is closing for the former Falcon. In a post on X, Sanu wrote, “After 10+ years in the NFL, my playing chapter is closing. Grateful for every coach, teammate & fan. Excited to give back through coaching & share the game in a new way with the @FactsOverStats Podcast. The journey continues… 💯.” That simple tweet marks the end of an era for a player who blended reliability with creative prowess. Sanu’s NFL career spanned ‌six teams over more than 10 seasons, earning 435 catches, 4,871 receiving yards, and 27 touchdowns.
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But this retirement announcement isn’t about a goodbye; it’s a pivot. Sanu has always been about more than just playing. Now he’s ready to give back. As he mentioned, he is going to be coaching the next generation and staying involved in football through his podcast. After years of adapting to multiple teams and roles, this news confirms Sanu’s next chapter is as dynamic as his playing days.
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The ex-Falcons wide receiver leaves behind a career that spanned across 6 teams: the Bengals, Falcons, Patriots, 49ers, Lions, and Dolphins. He appeared in 136 games with 96 starts, including 9 postseason appearances, where he started 8 times. Now that the playing days are behind him, Mo is stepping into a new role that keeps him connected to the game. And this time it’s through the mic and a studio.
Mohamed Sanu launches a new podcast
Sanu Sr.’s post-retirement plans revolve around a fresh project: the Facts Over Stats podcast, co-hosted by Mohamed Jabbie. The podcast was launched in August 2025. With new episodes every Thursday at 8 AM EST, it promises to cut through the noise and deliver raw, unfiltered insights from the world of football.
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The launch video sets the tone perfectly. Jabbie starts with, “Ladies and gentlemen, America has been fed enough fake stats.” Sanu says with a bang on the table, “And we’re here to reclaim the truth.” The back-and-forth continues, Jabbie, “On Facts Over Stats, we don’t just talk sports, we talk facts.” Sanu, “We’re talking real stories, real insight. From the locker room, on to the big stage. Every week, we break down the games.” Jabbie, “I’m talking matchups, the plays, and the stories we won’t hear anywhere else.” Sanu, “So I’m gonna give it to you straight. No bull, straight facts.”
This podcast is a clear mission to provide football fans with the truth behind the stats and stories. Sanu’s background as a versatile player who saw the game from multiple angles gives him a unique voice. The truth often gets lost in sports media. But on this show, according to the hosts, listeners get the real deal (no sugarcoating.)