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Chris Johnson Announces Retirement from NFL After 10-Year Career

Running back Chris Johnson announced his retirement Monday after 10 seasons in the NFL.

Allan Bell

Chris Johnson has announced his retirement from the NFL. https://t.co/fAoQrMOI6C

Johnson entered the league in 2008 when the Tennessee Titans selected him with the No. 24 overall pick in 2008 out of East Carolina.

He was a dynamic force in Tennessee, topping 1,000 rushing yards six straight seasons and exploding onto the scene in his second year with the Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year Award.

He tallied 2,006 rushing yards, 503 receiving yards and 16 total touchdowns in 2009 on his way to the recognition.