NEW YORK (AP)Danny Woodhead went from undersized and
undrafted to big-time playmaker in 10 NFL seasons.The versatile running back
announced his retirement from playing in a humble and heartfelt post on
Instagram early Saturday.”10 years!” Woodhead wrote.
”Wow
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It’s been a wild ride and feel so blessed He allowed me to do what I loved for
so long. But now it’s time to say goodbye to the game I love.”The 5-foot-8,
204-pound Woodhead had 2,238 yards rushing and 15 touchdowns, along with 300
catches for 2,698 yards and 17 scores while playing for the New York Jets, New
England, San Diego and Baltimore. He added an exciting element to the offenses
in which he played, able to run the ball through seemingly the smallest of holes
or take a short pass and turn it into a long gain.The 33-year-old Woodhead is
also a devout Christian who leaned on his faith during the ups and downs of what
became a successful NFL career.”All I had to do was follow His plans for my
life,” Woodhead wrote, ”and His plans were crazy awesome!”Woodhead was a
two-time Harlon Hill Trophy winner at Chadron State in Nebraska as the top
player in NCAA Division II. Despite his college
success
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as a free agent.Already a longshot to make the roster, Woodhead suffered a
serious knee injury during a training camp practice and spent his entire rookie
season on injured reserve. He recovered in time for camp the next summer and
became a fan favorite as one of the Jets’ featured players on HBO’s ”Hard
Knocks.” Woodhead made his NFL regular-season debut midway through the 2009
season.He was released by New York early the next season because of a roster
crunch, but New England quickly signed him. In three seasons with the Patriots,
Woodhead established himself as a valuable part of Tom Brady’s offense. His 547
yards rushing and five TD runs in 2010 are both career highs.Woodhead signed
with the Chargers in 2013 and played parts of four seasons with them while
thriving in the passing game with Philip Rivers. He caught 76 passes for 605
yards and six touchdowns in 2013, but missed all but three games the next season
after breaking a leg during a game.Woodhead returned the next season and had
perhaps the best year of his career, with a personal-best 80 receptions for 755
yards and six TDs while also rushing for 336 yards and three more scores.He was
injured again, though, in Week 2 of the 2016 season when he tore a knee ligament
against Jacksonville. Woodhead signed with Baltimore last offseason, but spent
the first eight games on injured reserve while dealing with a hamstring injury.
He finished with 33 catches for 200 yards and also ran for 56 yards in limited
action with the Ravens.In his farewell message, Woodhead thanked God, his wife
Stacia – his high school sweetheart – and
family
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former coaches – singling them out by name – and former high school, college and
NFL teammates.”Without you guys, I never would’ve become who I was as a player,”
he wrote. ”To all my o-linemen, you guys deserve the credit for anything that I
received credit for. I thank you for helping make my career.”Several former
teammates congratulated Woodhead on social media, including Baltimore safety
Eric Weddle, who played with him with the Chargers and Ravens, and Ravens
free-agent tight end Benjamin Watson.”Passionate, talented,
loyal
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funny, never serious, spontaneous, hard working is (at)danny–woodhead,” Weddle
wrote on Twitter . ”Sad for my bro. Many yrs 2gether, but more memories to come.
Thankful for ur friendship. Love you woody!!!!!!!!!”Added Watson on Twitter :
”It was an honor to share the locker room with you last year. Thank you for your
consistent
witness
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Well done brother. Congratulations!”Woodhead closed by graciously thanking the
medical personnel he worked with, as well as team employees and NFL fans.”You’re
the best and have always felt the love and support!” Woodhead wrote. ”I’m sure
I’ve forgotten a few, but know that I’m thankful for everything everyone has
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