It was a quiet Saturday night in the NFL world until one of the game’s most respected players officially announced his retirement. Sadly, Chris Long will not be returning to the Philadelphia Eagles next season. His NFL career is over.
Long leaves the game as a figure beloved by his teammates, media types, and fans alike. The two-time Super Bowl champion wasn’t just a great football player; he also used his platform for positive change in the world. His Walter Payton Man of the Year award signifies as much.
An outpouring of appreciation for Long has already begun.