Danny Woodhead Retires

[redseat]

Former Patriots RB Danny Woodhead announces retirement

 

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[redseat]

wish him all the best. Injuries really took it's toll on this guy

 

[Oldschool739]

Former Patriots RB Danny Woodhead announces retirement

Little Big Man....Proved all the scouts wrong, and did it all with class and dignity....

 

[R.J. MacReady]

His goodbye letter s worth posting. This is how you say goodbye with class.



10 years! Wow, God had crazy plans for a small little kid from North Platte, NE! 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.

First, I want to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Without Him my career wouldn’t have been possible. He blessed me with the gifts and He paved the way. All I had to do was follow His plans for my life, and His plans were crazy awesome!

Next, I want to thank my wife who has been by my side since freshman year of high school. She has been a rock through all the ups and downs. Sis, Willy, Mae Mae, and Hopie your daddy is going to be home a ton more and I can’t wait! Thanks to my Dad and Mom for always supporting me and showing me that God is first, then everything else will fall into place.

Ben, Joel, and Anna thanks for preparing me for the NFL in our backyard games growing up. The dreaded in-laws Steve and Suzie for always being there for me. Chris Gittings (agent) you’re the best and thankful your my brother/uncle! Thank you Jets, Patriots, Chargers, and Ravens! Thanks to all my head coaches (Bob Zohner, Brad Smith, Bill O’Boyle, Eric Mangini, Rex Ryan, Bill Belichick, Mike McCoy, and John Harbaugh) who believed in me!

To my rbs coaches (coach skiles, coach reiners, Jimmy Raye, A Lynn, Ivan, Ollie, Ridge, and Thomas) thanks for putting up with me. Thanks to all my teammates from high school till now. Without you guys I never would’ve become who I was as a player.

To all my olinemen, you guys deserve the credit for anything that I received credit for. I thank you for helping make my career. To all the trainers, team docs, strength coaches, chiropractors, massage therapists, physical therapists, body gurus thanks for making sure I was on the field. To all the people who made my life easier at the facility (ops, pr, equipment staff, cafe workers, custodians) thanks and your work doesn’t go unnoticed.

And how could i forget all my fans?! You’re the best and have always felt the love and support! I’m sure I’ve forgotten a few but know that I’m thankful for everything everyone has done on my journey.



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[Ojb81]

Always liked Woodhead. To come into the NFL and carve yourself out a place for years, all while maintaining good sportsmanship and a humble attitude, WHILE being one of the smaller, yet tougher, skill position players in the league, shows great character. Godspeed to Danny in his future endeavors

 

[redseat]

Thanks @R.J. MacReady for some reason the tweet I copied didn't show the note on it

 

[redseat]

Little Big Man....Proved all the scouts wrong, and did it all with class and dignity....

veru true.. Played with a chip on his shoulder and he proved everyone wrong!

 

[R.J. MacReady]

Thanks @R.J. MacReady for some reason the tweet I copied didn't show the note on it

np, yea I had to go to a couple of places to find one I could copy and paste.

 

[redseat]

np, yea I had to go to a couple of places to find one I could copy and paste.

Yeah not sure why that was... Oh well. You found it!

 

[gobigred]

I remember playing against him as a freshman in high school. He was a whole other level than everyone else. Was always fun seeing him turn out this successful

 

[Debbie Does]

Yeah, one of the guys who always made the game fun to watch, proof that you don't have to be Sasquatch to make it in the NFL.

Take care of yourself, Danny. We will miss you.

 

[VikingFan2k2]

Great guy, good career.

One of my favorite players to have on my fantasy teams as well, just because he was so easy to root for and fun to watch.

 

[Dude]

He was good. Burkhead was even better in that role.

 

[Sharkonabicycle]

Had to hand it to the guy... not many 5'8" players survive in today's NFL.

Edit, never realized how stout he was... 204 lbs... that would surely explain how he lasted ~10 seasons.

 

[redseat]

Had to hand it to the guy... not many 5'8" players survive in today's NFL.

Edit, never realized how stout he was... 204 lbs... that would surely explain how he lasted ~10 seasons.

Yeah I didn't realize he was 204 either, dude gave it his all

 

[Ice_nine]

I dont know how many times Woodhead made me regret not taking him in fantasy as one of those mid round guys. Enjoy your retirement DW!