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Greenway’s Retirement Is Vikings’ Loss, Nonprofit’s Gain

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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The longest-tenured Minnesota Vikings player is walking away from the sport he loves.

Chad Greenway is retiring after playing all 11 seasons in Minnesota.

He will also retire as one of the team’s most celebrated players.

He finished fourth in tackles, third is sacks among linebackers and tied for fifth in interceptions.

Greenway credits the unwavering support of his family to helping him have a successful collegiate and professional career.

Reflecting on his accomplishments, Greenway said the only thing he didn’t get to do was play in a Super Bowl.