Before he could think about starting the next chapter in his life, Chayce Crouch needed to decide about football. And his future in the sport.
The Illinois starting quarterback when the 2017 season opened, Crouch became a backup, a tight end and the starter again.
With one year of eligibility left, Crouch spent the postseason considering his options.
On Wednesday, Crouch told everyone his answer, on Twitter, announcing his retirement from the game.
"I didn't want to show up and play football if I wasn't giving my team everything that I had emotionally," Crouch said.