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Mike Moraitis

Twitter gives Delanie Walker proper send-off after retirement announcement

One of the Tennessee Titans’ franchise greats, tight end Delanie Walker, has officially retired from the NFL after 14 seasons and one heck of a career. Walker announced his retirement through the team on Tuesday.

The Titans will hold a retirement press conference for the 38-year-old at 2:30 p.m CDT the same day. Walker will also serve as one of the honorary 12th Titans on Sunday, along with former Houston Oilers quarterback Dan Pastorini.

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“I remember when I got drafted in 2006, my family would ask me: How long do you think you’re going to play? I said, maybe eight years. Hopefully I can make it to eight,” Walker said.

“Playing this game, I did it for so long, I am so thankful. Honestly, I wish I could have played more, but injuries took place and there you have it.”

Walker was a bright spot during some dark years with the Titans and is one of the best to play the position in franchise history. He got the proper send-off from Titans Twitter upon his announcement. Check it out below.

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