Jets left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson surprised many people Friday when reports surfaced he would retire. But the 32-year-old explained his decision in a heartfelt tweet Saturday, in which he thanked those who matter most.
Thank you for the numerous messages of support. It has been a blessing to be apart of the NYJ. My letter to you pic.twitter.com/hcIRk41QtM
— DBrickashaw Ferguson (@DBrickashaw) April 9, 2016
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The tweet caught the attention of many in the NFL community.