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Andre Johnson Retires from NFL: Latest Comments and Reaction
- Updated: October 31, 2016
After a sterling 14-year career that will assuredly get him some consideration for Canton, Andre Johnson is calling it quits.
Tennessee Titans general manager Jon Robinson confirmed Johnson informed the team of his decision to retire Monday morning, per Jim Wyatt of the Titans’ official website:
Going back to his days at the University of Miami, Andre was one of the most impressive wide receivers I’ve scouted. He had a professional approach to the game both on and off the field and in my opinion is one of the best to have played the game. I enjoyed getting to know and work with him in his time with our team. He certainly contributed to this team – making the game-winning catch at Detroit and his daily interaction with the young wide receivers. We wish him nothing but the best moving forward in whatever endeavors he chooses.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported no press conference is scheduled at this time for Johnson to discuss his retirement.
Johnson, 35, was in his first season with the Titans after signing with the team in July. He played the 2015 campaign with the Indianapolis Colts and spent his first 12 NFL seasons with the Houston Texans.
The No. 3 pick in the 2003 NFL draft, Johnson is the Texans’ leader in every major receiving category. His 1,062 …
