FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork) — David Harris’ exit from the Jets this week was sudden. But the longtime linebacker made sure he said a proper goodbye.
Harris penned a heartfelt letter that was posted on the Jets’ official website Friday.
He started by thanking Woody Johnson and others in the organization for giving him “the opportunity to live out my childhood dream of playing at this level.”
He thanked the three head coaches he played for — Eric Mangini, Rex Ryan and Todd Bowles — “for your trust and confidence in choosing me to lead your defenses and teaching me how to truly play this game.