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madinmaryland

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Wed May 22, 2013, 04:14 PM May 2013

Brian Urlacher retires from NFL

After 13 years in the NFL, Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher has announced his retirement, saying he takes pride in having his entire career with only one team.

Urlacher, an eight-time Pro Bowl player who was named defensive rookie of the year and defensive player of the year, made the announcement on Twitter.

“After spending a lot of time this spring thinking about my NFL future, I have made a decision to retire. Although I could continue playing, I’m not sure I would bring a level of performance of passion that’s up to my standards,” he wrote.

“When considering this, along with the fact that I could retire after a 13-year career wearing only one jersey for such a storied franchise, my decision became pretty clear. I want to thank all of the people in my life that have helped 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 this great game, but I leave it with no regrets.”

Read more: http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/early-lead/wp/2013/05/22/brian-urlacher-announces-his-retirement/

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Brian Urlacher retires from NFL (Original Post) madinmaryland May 2013 OP
A great player in his day. Packer fans hope Da Bears don't find an LB that good for a long time. Scuba May 2013 #1
Best of luck Brian coldmountain May 2013 #2
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