When you know, you know, but it doesn't mean that a retirement announcement isn't still shocking to deal with.
Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Za'Darius Smith just threw the whole Eagles world on its head as he took to Instagram to announce his retirement from the NFL. Smith played in just five games with the Eagles.
"I knew this day would come - but now that it's here, I'm feeling so many emotions I never expected."
"As I step into the newest season of my life, please know this game has meant the world to me.