Ray Lewis to retire

smith2373 · Post #1 » by **smith2373** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 5:27 pm

From the Ravens official Twitter account:

Ray Lewis told the team today "this will be my last ride."

Will miss him dearly. One of my favorite players ever, I pretty much grew up watching this guy. His pre-game speeches were the best and he was the heart and soul of the Ravens being the powerhouse defense they've gotten the reputation of.

Post #2 » by **Da Schwab** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 5:53 pm

The greatest linebacker of this era.

Even after the murder trial and all the stigma that came with it, he became a better person and turned into the sport's elder statesman. I don't think there's ever been an athlete that provides as an inspiration to so many others.

I can't say I'm surprised by this move, but it'll still be hard to see him walk off the field for the last time, whenever that may be in the next month or so.

Post #3 » by **sunshinekids99** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 6:24 pm

Not a big fan of the Ravens at all, but Ray Lewis is one of my favorite players to watch. He will be greatly missed.

Post #4 » by **Jake0890** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 7:07 pm

The end of a HoF career.

Post #5 » by **ATL Boy** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 7:34 pm

First ballot Hall of Famer no doubt, one of the most passionate players I've ever watched

CJ_18 · Post #6 » by **CJ_18** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 8:15 pm

The definition of a true Legend

Post #7 » by **Icness** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 8:53 pm

Da Schwab wrote:The greatest linebacker of this era.

Even after the murder trial and all the stigma that came with it, he became a better person and turned into the sport's elder statesman. I don't think there's ever been an athlete that provides as an inspiration to so many others.

I can't say I'm surprised by this move, but it'll still be hard to see him walk off the field for the last time, whenever that may be in the next month or so.

The Ravens have never existed without Ray Lewis.

Post #8 » by **The J Rocka** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 9:05 pm

Man can't believe it's finally coming to an end. Legend.

Mamba Mentality · Post #9 » by **Mamba Mentality** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 10:35 pm

I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Post #10 » by **Da Schwab** » Wed Jan 2, 2013 11:56 pm

I think Ed Reed will come back for one or two more seasons. With a healthy T-Sizzle and the growth of some of the younger guys, I think he would want to try and make one more serious run at a Super Bowl ring.

You gotta remember that he was still at Miami when the Ravens won their championship.

Post #11 » by **HMFFL** » Thu Jan 3, 2013 1:06 am

Ray Lewis will be missed.

I've always respected him as a player. I hope he remains part of football in some fashion.

smith2373 · Post #12 » by **smith2373** » Thu Jan 3, 2013 1:20 am

Simba248 wrote:I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Ed when healthy is arguably the best safety in the NFL, I see him playing about two more seasons.

LAKESHOW · Post #13 » by **LAKESHOW** » Thu Jan 3, 2013 2:36 am

Hes in my top 3 for sure, as the greatest LBs to ever play the game.

Post #14 » by **Celtics_Champs** » Thu Jan 3, 2013 5:37 am

When I think of football, I think of Ray Lewis. Gonna be tough to see him in a suit on some pre-game show. I hope he gets into coaching.

JustAwesome · Post #15 » by **JustAwesome** » Thu Jan 3, 2013 7:47 am

Simba248 wrote:I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Reed is his own man, and he's going to make the decision that's best for him.

NeedsMoreCheese · Post #16 » by **NeedsMoreCheese** » Fri Jan 4, 2013 8:29 am

Looks like hes already got an ESPN job lined up
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/88093 ... -deal-espn

Post #17 » by **Icness** » Fri Jan 4, 2013 3:41 pm

JustAwesome wrote:
Simba248 wrote:I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Reed is his own man, and he's going to make the decision that's best for him.

100% true, but the Ravens might want him to move on.

On a side note, all my ads are en espanol for the past couple of days. Any ideas why?

reeDfense · Post #18 » by **reeDfense** » Fri Jan 4, 2013 10:19 pm

Icness wrote:
JustAwesome wrote:
Simba248 wrote:I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Reed is his own man, and he's going to make the decision that's best for him.

100% true, but the Ravens might want him to move on.

On a side note, all my ads are en espanol for the past couple of days. Any ideas why?

Are you serious? I mean seriously where do you come up with this stuff.

Mamba Mentality · Post #19 » by **Mamba Mentality** » Sat Jan 5, 2013 12:39 am

JustAwesome wrote:
Simba248 wrote:I think this also raises the question of whether Ed Reed will return for another season. He's been plagued with injuries the last couple seasons, and I've always seen those two as a package deal.

Reed is his own man, and he's going to make the decision that's best for him.

You're right, but it really could come down to how well the Ravens perform in the postseason. If they fall short again I'm sure he's going to strongly contemplate stepping down.