One of the all time great linebackers, Brian Urlacher, has decided to retire. Urlacher played 13 seasons, all with the Bears, racking up 1353 tackles, 41.5 sacks, 12 forced fumbles. 22 ints, and 8 time Pro Bowler. Urlacher did not find to much luck in free agency and he wasn't receiving enough money to continue playing.
Urlacher wrote, "After spending a lot time this spring thinking about my NFL future, I have made the decision to retire, Although I could continue playing, I'm not sure I would bring a level
of performance or passion that's up to my standards. When considering
this, along with the fact that I could retire after 13-year career
wearing only one jersey for such a storied franchise, my decision became
pretty clear. I want to thank all the people in my life that
have help me along the way. I will miss my
teammates, my coaches, and the great Bears fans. I'm proud to say that I
gave all of you everything I had every time I took the field. I will
miss the great game, but I leave with no regrets."
In my eyes, Urlacher is a first ballot Hall of Famer. He has been one of the best since he came into the league and he has led top defense after top defense.
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