DETROIT — Calvin Johnson has retired.
The 30-year-old receiver, known as Megatron, announced his decision Tuesday to walk away from the NFL after nine mostly spectacular seasons with the Detroit Lions. He had reportedly told some teammates entering last season that it would be his last and told coach Jim Caldwell after the season that he was retiring.
"Let me assure you that this was not an easy or hasty decision," Johnson said. "As I stated, I, along with those closest to me, have put a lot of time, deliberation and prayer into this decision and I truly am at peace with it.