Sydney Swans midfielder Taylor Adams announces he is retiring from the AFL immediately. ABC Australia reports that the decision ends a career that has been repeatedly affected by soft-tissue injuries, describing it as a difficult period for the midfielder. The West Australian says Adams’ retirement comes after 15 years in the league and notes his time across three clubs. Together, the outlets present the same core details: Adams is a long-serving AFL player and chooses to end his playing career now, citing the challenges of managing persistent injuries. The reports do not suggest a return or alternate playing role, and they frame the retirement as a direct conclusion to his time on the field. Adams’ departure means the Sydney Swans will need to plan without the experienced midfielder who has spent the later stages of his career with the club.