Once considered one of the top offensive tackles in the National Football League, Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Michael Roos has announced his retirement after 10 years in the NFL.
Prior to an injury-plagued 2014 campaign, Roos had started 142 of a possible 143 games in his first nine seasons in the league. During that span, the former second-round pick from Eastern Washington recorded a Pro Bowl appearance and All-Pro honors back in 2008.
Playing left tackle throughout his career, Roos consistently ranked out among the best players at that position.
Upon announcing his retirement, Roos posted this on the social media site Instagram.
I want to thank my coaches Mike Woodward (HS), Aaron Best, Paul Wulff, Beau Baldwin (EWU), Jeff Fisher, Mike Munchak, Ken Whisenhunt, Bruce Matthews (Titans), and all the coaches who made me a better player and man.
To all the men I’ve shared the field with: I’m honored to have called you teammates. We have made memories for many lifetimes.
I’m excited to begin the rest of my life, and I am grateful to do so now, while I am fully healthy. Although I don’t know what adventure the future holds, I know there will be family, friends, travel, whiskey, cigars and beer. All a man can ask for, and more. Thank you Titans fans for your support all these years. Cheers!!
Tennessee did plan for this eventuality when it drafted Taylor Lewan in the first round of the 2014 NFL draft. He will likely replace Roos at left tackle next season.
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