Johnson intends to retire from the NFL, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
At the conclusion of the 2015 season, Johnson shared his thought process with head coach Jim Caldwell, who urged the wideout to take his time with the decision. After tending to ankle issues throughout his career -- but more specifically over the past two campaigns -- Johnson has also dealt with increased general soreness in his body. In a statement made through the Lions' organization on Jan. 6, he stated that the call would be confirmed, one way or another, in the "not-too-distant future," but he required less than a month to uphold his desire. Once he files the proper paperwork, he'll conclude his career with 731 receptions for 11,619 yards and 83 touchdowns in 135 games, including the second-most receiving yards per game (86.1) of any player in NFL history.
This guy took a beating over the last 2 years and Detroit has made zero progress towards a SB over that span. I could definitely see the fire was missing this year. I don't blame him for retiring while he's still able bodied. I hope more guys follow suit instead of hanging on as long as they can for the money and risking their long term health.
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joegibbskins07Mon 2/1/16 10:27 AM
i am happy for him and hope he does well in life after football. he may not finish with a ring but he has nothing to prove either.
[Deleted User]Mon 2/1/16 11:20 AM
This guy took a beating over the last 2 years and Detroit has made zero progress towards a SB over that span. I could definitely see the fire was missing this year. I don't blame him for retiring while he's still able bodied. I hope more guys follow suit instead of hanging on as long as they can for the money and risking their long term health.