Retirements around the League

During this years post season there has been some very big retirements that have impacted teams and is the end of eras. One of the first retirements that comes to mind just happened this week and it is the announcement that Troy Polamalu a star in the league for many years for the Pittsburgh Steelers is leaving the game. Troy has made his mark in the game and is leaving a long list of All pro awards and some Superbowl wins in his rear view mirror. This is and end of a long era for the Steelers and will be a very impactful retirement for the Pittsburgh defense which has been one of the best for many years in the league.

Another big retirement was the All Pro linebacker Patrick Willis for the San Francisco 49ers that has been a very big impact on the league and has been a stud for many years. This was a very surprising retirement because many people thought he would have a couple more great years left in him, but after fighting through injuries for the last couple of seasons he decided it was to much on his body and decided to leave. Although he is leaving he has made a large impact in the league and will always be remembered as one of the greats.