Was he ever retired and then returned to play?
Yes, he did
No, he did not
It's not clear
He returned as a coach
Answer
The correct answer is no. After his second retirement from the NFL in 1994, Barry Sanders did not return to play football. Sanders' decision to retire was a surprise to many, as he was still considered to be one of the best players in the league. However, Sanders felt that he had given his all to the game and was ready to move on with his life.
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