Former UNC Tar Heel Giovani Bernard has retired from the NFL after 10 seasons. Bernard spent eight years with the Cincinnati Bengals and his final two seasons with the Tampa Buccaneers. He played a significant role in Cincinnati. After the announcement, social media discussed the sudden retirement while giving Bernard flowers for his stellar play. (Tar Heels Wire)
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