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View the story "Ray Lewis announces plans to retire; fans, analysts react" on Storify
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Ray Lewis announces plans to retire; fans, analysts react
Middle linebacker Ray Lewis, who has played 17 seasons for the Ravens, announced his decision to retire today, telling teammates that "this will be my last ride."
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The Baltimore Sun
· Wed, Jan 02 2013 10:08:54
Had to watch Big Ray announce his retirement...it has been amazing to play with him...We need to take care of business for him and our cityTorrey Smith
After the news broke, NFL analysts - many of whom are former players - reflected immediately on Lewis' legacy in football.
Ray Lewis is 37 years old, in his 17th NFL season, with over 2K tackles. The defining defensive player of his era.Albert Breer
Ray Lewis is the best player I ever played againstRoss Tucker
It's hard to put into words what Ray Lewis has meant to Baltimore, the city. In the post-Ripken era, he embodied it: Loud, bold, complex.Kevin Van Valkenburg
Belichick on Ray Lewis: "Tremendous player, tremendous career."Jeff Howe
Ray Lewis retiring. Best middle linebacker of all time.mike freeman
All the RESPECT in the WORLD for RAY LEWIS #52 .. Always made you and your team step their GAME up when you played against R.Lewis.Antonio Pierce
If he's so inclined, Ray Lewis will essentially be able to choose whichever seat on NFL sports television he cares to occupy.Rich Eisen
Fans, meanwhile, expressed their sadness at the end of Lewis' time with the franchise.
@BaltSunSports Now I know how my grandfather and uncles felt when Unitas was doneAndrew Pick, Gelding
As a Steelers fan it still pains me to see Ray Lewis retiring. One of the greats, pleasure to see him play.Justin Credible
@BaltSunSports they should put him on coaching staff ASAP!! Sad he won't play anymore but his knowledge is invaluable!Sharon Cains
@BaltSunSports A: Can't imagine #Baltimore without him. B: Can't imagine football without him.Matteo Colibazzi
