T.O. and 10 Players Singing Their Swan Songs in 2011

The NFL lockout is causing plenty of problems for the league and the issue of retirement is one of the things that is being affected.

There are multiple players currently mulling retirement and the longer the lockout lasts, the more likely those players will be to retire because they won't want to get themselves ready for yet another NFL season.

There are some big names nearing the end of their careers, including one player who is the best player to ever take the field at his position.

Here is a look at 10 veterans who could play their final season in 2011.

1. Mike Vrabel

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ATLANTA - AUGUST 13: Mike Vrabel #50 of the Kansas City Chiefs against the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome on August 13, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Vrabel has had an interesting offseason to say the least after a supposed misunderstanding at an Indiana casino involving the theft of alcohol.

Vrabel was not charged and it probably was a misunderstanding, but the 35-year-old hasn't exactly been lighting the world on fire during his time in Kansas City, and he is very likely looking at his last NFL season.

The former Pro Bowler may not see much playing time this season after the Chiefs added Justin Houston in the third round as a potential replacement, but Vrabel should make a nice transition into coaching if he chooses to do so.

2. Casey Wiegmann

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KANSAS CITY, MO - DECEMBER 26: Casey Wiegmann #62 of the Kansas City Chiefs in action during the game against the Tennessee Titans on December 26, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Wiegmann is reportedly weighing retirement while the lockout continues and it's possible that he could retire as soon as this season, but I think he will ultimately decide to play one final year at Arrowhead.

The 37-year-old who will turn 38 in July, was a major upgrade for the Chiefs at center last season as he returned to the team that he previously spent six years with.

Even though Wiegmann was not at the top of his game last season, he still did a good enough job to help the Chiefs lead the league in rushing (thanks to Jamaal Charles more than anything).

3. Terrell Owens

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ATLANTA - OCTOBER 24: Terrell Owens #81 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates his touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome on October 24, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Where would the NFL be with the T.Ocho show?

Probably just fine, but you have to admit that you will miss T.O. once he finally hangs them up, just like you will miss Favre this season.

Owens has been an elite receiver in the NFL for a decade now, and while his antics weren't always received well, there is little doubting his ability to make plays on the field.

4. Randy Moss

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KANSAS CITY, MO - DECEMBER 26: Receiver Randy Moss #84 of the Tennessee Titans warms up prior to the start of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs on December 26, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images

It will be interesting to see which team is willing to take a chance on Moss once the lockout ends and free agency begins.

I personally would not want my team to sign Moss because he takes far too many plays off and he is not the deep threat that he once was.

Moss played for three teams last season and I expect him to play for just one this year, his last team.

5. Ronde Barber

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SEATTLE - DECEMBER 20: Ronde Barber #20 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers warms up prior to their game against the Seattle Seahawks on December 20, 2009 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The Buccaneers defeated the Seahawks 24-7. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/

I contemplated putting Tiki Barber on this list, but his career could end (again) before it even gets started (again). You will have to settle for his twin brother Ronde instead who is now 36-years-old.

The five-time Pro Bowler has clearly lost a step but he was still good enough to start for the Bucs defense last season; I'm just not sure how much longer he can play in the league.

Aqib Talib decided to have himself a totally non-productive offseason, apparently joining forces with Kenny Britt to prove Ray Lewis' theory that crime will rise if there is no NFL season, and so Barber will be counted on once again this year for the Bucs.

I expect this to be the final season for one of the league's best corners over the past decade.

6. Tony Gonzalez

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ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 02: Tony Gonzalez #88 of the Atlanta Falcons against the Carolina Panthers at Georgia Dome on January 2, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

This will very likely be the final season for the greatest tight end of all-time (anyone who disagrees with that title is wrong) as he is still deciding if he is going to play this year while the lockout drags on.

I think Gonzalez will ultimately decide to give it one last try as he looks for his first Super Bowl ring, and he should have a shot at with the Falcons.

The 35-year-old does not appear to be slowing down as he made the Pro Bowl for an 11th time last season, but he has said that he is near the end of his career.

7. Jason Taylor

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PITTSBURGH, PA - JANUARY 23: Jason Taylor #99 of the New York Jets celebrates against Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2011 AFC Championship game at Heinz Field on January 23, 2011 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Taylor was released by the Jets prior to the start of the lockout and while it is possible that the 37-year-old could retire once the NFL opens for business, I think he will be another guy that wants to give his career one last try.

Taylor had 36 tackles and five sacks last year but in his 15th NFL season, the veteran linebacker's career is about done.

8. Derrick Mason

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BALTIMORE, MD - DECEMBER 05: Derrick Mason #85 of the Baltimore Ravens argues a call with a referee during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on December 5, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. Pittsburgh won 13-10. (Photo by Geoff Bur

Mason had a solid season last year, catching 61 passes for 802 yards and seven touchdowns, but he is now 37-years-old and the Ravens are trying to get younger at receiver after taking two guys in the April's draft.

Mason will be 38 by the time the Super Bowl rolls around (there will be a Super Bowl, that's a guarantee) and while he played well last season, I could definitely see a big drop-off in his production this year.

9. Keith Brooking

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OXNARD, CA - AUGUST 14: Linebacker Keith Brooking #51 looks on during Dallas Cowboys Training Camp at the Marriott Residence Inn Oxnard River Ridge on August 14, 2010 in Oxnard, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Brooking will turn 36 during the 2011 season and while he recorded the second most tackles on the Cowboys defense last year, he is getting up there in age.

Brooking could have two more years left in the tank if he hangs around like guys such as Taylor and London Fletcher, but I think there is a possibility that this will be his final NFL season.

10. Donovan McNabb

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ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 19: Quarterback Donovan McNabb #5 of the Washington Redskins on the sidelines against play against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on December 19, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

McNabb is well past his prime at this point and the team who makes a move for the veteran quarterback will soon realize that.

The 34-year-old could potentially play for multiple more seasons, but similar to Moss' situation, I could see McNabb having a really tough time finding work after this year.

McNabb completed just over 58 percent of his passes last season and threw more interceptions (15) than touchdowns (14), and I don't expect those numbers to get any better this year.