IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – James Ferentz, the son of Iowa Hawkeyes head football coach Kirk Ferentz, announced his retirement from the NFL, bringing an end to his playing career.

Ferentz, an offensive lineman who spent the final years of his career with the New England Patriots, made the announcement in an Instagram post on Monday.

“After taking the time to collect my thoughts and speaking with my wife Skylar, I’ve decided to retire from playing football,” he said in the post. “Some of the best advice I have received was ‘concise is nice.’”

The 34-year-old Iowa City-native thanked his teammates and coaches throughout his football career including his time at Iowa City High, University of Iowa, and his pro career in Houston, Denver and New England.

“To my coaches and teachers at Iowa City High School, thank you for helping kindle my passion for football and lay the foundation for the work ethic it takes to succeed,” he said. “To my coaches at the University of Iowa, thank you for taking me from an immature teenager to shaping me into the man I am today. From my dad, Reese Morgan, and my brother Brian teaching me the fundamentals of offensive line play, to Chris Doyle teaching me the fundamentals of training and living the right way, thank you.”

Ferentz said he has lived in the towns of Foxborough and Norfolk, Massachusetts for the last seven years while being a member of the New England Patriots. That time included two Super Bowl wins.

His professional career started in 2014 as an undrafted rookie with the Houston Texans. After being released by the Texans, he spent a few years with the Denver Broncos, before joining the New England Patriots’ practice squad.

According to data from Pro-Football reference, Ferentz appeared in 61 games during his career, which included making 10 starts for the Patriots.

A post on the Patriots’ website says Ferentz only played four snaps this last NFL season, and appeared to be moving into more of a coaching role with the team.