He played his last season in 1977 as a starter for the Seattle Seahawks, and had four interceptions. Following off-season surgery on his left knee, Preece announced his retirement in July 1978.
In 1977, he played his final season as a starter for the Seattle Seahawks; he had four interceptions. After undergoing surgery on his left knee during the off-season, Preece declared retirement in July 1978.