Former New England Patriots cornerback Duron Harmon, a three-time Super Bowl champion, officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday.
That news brought an end to one of the more underappreciated underdog stories in sports. But the truth of the matter is that few appreciate a good underdog story until it's in the rearview. No one cares about the journey or the gnashing of teeth through clenched fists to create a legacy.
That kind of praise typically only comes at the finish line for those strong enough to endure. Harmon never had time to appreciate it while he was in that struggle, but now that his football-playing days are officially over, he can finally smell the roses.