DeVante Parker announces his retirement

Chris McPherson

The Eagles placed veteran wide receiver DeVante Parker on the Reserve/Retired list on Wednesday.

Parker told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the decision was spurred by the desire to spend more time at home with his family.

A first-round pick of the Dolphins in 2015, Parker hauled in 402 receptions for 5,660 yards and 27 touchdowns in his nine-year career. He cited the chance to suit up for