There are only a handful of certainties in life Benny Snell Jr. Jersey , and one of them is the fact that everyone ages, a fact that no person can escape no matter how many different methods they use to “defy” the aging process. In several parts of the world, age is something that is revered and celebrated, but in many places, including North America, getting older can be seen as a detriment Zach Gentry Jersey , as people regard a person’s age as a sign of their diminishing physical ability in regards to work. No occupation places a greater emphasis on age like being a professional athlete, and it is true whether you play a solo sport like golf and tennis, or if you play in one of North America’s four major professional sports leagues.In virtually every sport, an athlete is usually considered to be in their prime when they are between the ages of 25 and 32, and when most players pass that age, they seemingly tend to become slower Nick Bosa Jersey , less productive, and more prone to injuries. The sports world though, is filled with examples of athletes who managed to remain productive and impactful players well into their late 30s and even older. Cal Ripken Jr. played until he was 40, Gordie Howe played hockey into his 50s, Tim Duncan played until he was 40, and Peyton Manning played until the age of 39; and those are only some examples of now retired players L.J. Collier Jersey , there are still many good currently active players in every sport who are considered to be old. In the NFL, a player’s career usually lasts only a couple of years due to the physicality and injuries associated with football, but that does not stop certain players from continuing to play well past their designated prime years. Here is a list of the 15 oldest players heading into the NFL season. RENTON, Wash. (AP)Cornerback Justin Coleman is remaining with the Seattle Seahawks after signing his restricted free agent tender with the club.Coleman was a breakout performer for the Seahawks in 2017 after being acquired from New England in exchange for a seventh-round pick just before the start of the season. Coleman signed a second-round tender on Wednesday that is expected to pay him $2.9 million for the 2018 season. Coleman could have signed an offer sheet with another team but Seattle would have the option to match. With the departure of Richard Sherman and Seattle not expected to bring back Jeremy Lane, Coleman could have an even more prominent role in 2018.Coleman became Seattle’s primary nickel cornerback, a role that has grown in importance. He finished last season with 35 tackles Marquise Blair Jersey , nine passes defensed and two interceptions, both of which he returned for touchdowns.—