"Jason Taylor's usual self-deprecating remarks, delivered weekly since 1997, came Wednesday without the usual secure smile or regal bearing that often undercut his words.

One of the Dolphins locker room's regular spokesmen didn't look quite as sad as he does after a Sunday loss, but definitely more uncomfortable before the small interview room cramped with media.

Then again, in those situations, Taylor, 37, always talked up next week, next year. On Wednesday, the NFL's active sacks leader officially announced he would have no next year after this week."