NFL Free Agent Kyle Van Noy Says He’s ‘Not Done Playing Yet’
Aug 19, 2023, 1:40 PM | Updated: 10:35 pm
Kyle Van Noy #53 of the New England Patriots yells during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs in the game at Gillette Stadium on December 08, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
(Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Former BYU linebacker and current NFL free agent Kyle Van Noy said he’s “not done playing yet” and still has “some more juice left in the tank.”
Kyle Van Noy “Not Done” With NFL Career
The Cougar great spoke about his future in the league with Nevada Sports Net‘s Shannon Kelly on Friday, August 19.
On Friday, Van Noy was inducted into the Robert McQueen High School Hall of Fame. Van Noy was part of McQueen’s graduating class in 2009.
Kyle Van Noy was back in town!
Our @shannonkelly_tv caught up with the NFL standout after he was honored for being part of the 2023 McQueen Hall of Fame class. pic.twitter.com/q6PY2DMedy
— Nevada Sports Net (@NevadaSportsNet) August 19, 2023
At McQueen’s football game, Van Noy said that he isn’t done playing football in the NFL.
“It’s been a dream come true. I feel really blessed. Winning those Super Bowls meant a lot and I’m just trying to continue on. I’m not done playing yet,” the linebacker said. “I’ve still got some more juice left in the tank. I’m just excited to continue to perform and get back to it.”
“I’m not done playing yet, I’ve still got some more juice in the tank”
McQueen High grad & NFL linebacker @KVN_03 was among the 19 inducted into the Lancers Hall of Fame on Friday pic.twitter.com/V5UQjlXJhM
— Shannon Kelly (@shannonkelly_tv) August 19, 2023
In late July, Van Noy visited and worked out for the Baltimore Ravens. No deal was signed after the visit.
The 2023 NFL season kicks off on September 7.
Last season, the former BYU star played his first and lone season with the Los Angeles Chargers. In his time season with the Chargers, Van Noy helped Los Angeles to a 10-7 record and a playoff berth.
.@KVN_03 with the strip sack and fumble recovery.#LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #LARvsLAC #BoltUp #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL @kslsports pic.twitter.com/nLBCJqK94p
— Kyle Ireland (@kyleireland) January 1, 2023
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About Kyle Van Noy
After a standout career at BYU, Van Noy was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
Following two and a half seasons with Detroit, the linebacker was traded to New England. Van Noy played the next three and a half seasons with the Patriots and helped New England win a pair of Super Bowls.
After the 2019 season, the linebacker signed with the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins released Van Noy after one season in South Beach and he returned to New England on a two-year deal. The 2021 season was the lone year of Van Noy’s second stint with the Patriots.
Van Noy signed with Los Angeles in May 2022.
.@KVN_03 with the PICK-6️⃣.#LocalsInTheNFL #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL @kslsports
pic.twitter.com/ChhKO2UbK3— Kyle Ireland (@kyleireland) November 19, 2021
The linebacker recorded 46 total tackles, 30 solo tackles, five sacks, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, and three pass breakups during the regular season. In Los Angeles’ postseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Van Noy had three total tackles, two solo tackles, and a pass breakup.
RELATED: Chargers LB Kyle Van Noy Records Strip Sack, Fumble Recovery Against Rams
During his NFL career, Van Noy has posted 470 total tackles, 318 solo tackles, 33.5 sacks, 10 forced fumbles, nine fumble recoveries, three interceptions, 29 pass breakups, and one touchdown in 128 regular season games.
Kyle Ireland is a Sports Producer and Locals in the NFL Insider for sports.ksl.com. He’s also co-host of the Yards After College Podcast. Follow him on X/Twitter (@kyleireland), Instagram (@kyleirelandksl), and Threads (@kyleirelandksl).
