One of the most underrated players of this generation, A.J. Green, announced his retirement on Monday.
“Thank you. Thank you to all who have supported, encouraged, and inspired me throughout my career. Special thank you to the University of Georgia, Cincinnati Bengals, and Arizona Cardinals for the opportunity to pursue my dreams. I’ve stayed true to the game and it owes me nothing. Be blessed.. Love y’all! The next chapter begins…”
Cardinals WR A.J. Green is retiring from football, he announced on his social media. pic.twitter.com/GS230UQrN8
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 6, 2023
Green finishes his career with 727 receptions, 10,514 yards, 70 touchdowns and 7 pro bowl appearances.
For some, it’s easy to forget just how consistent of a weapon he was, especially in his early days in Cincinnati…
Prime AJ Green was an animal
Congrats on a fantastic careerpic.twitter.com/vBnk4wGSMs
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) February 6, 2023
Although Bengal fans surely don’t forget…
AJ Green had tremendous ball skills & body control. He'd high-point and contort his body in uncanny ways.
Faster and stronger than he looked. Had great control over his speed dial and used it to eat up cushions & create separation.
Rare agility and explosion for a lanky receiver.— Goodberry (@JoeGoodberry) February 6, 2023
AJ Green has to be one of the most consistently underrated players in recent NFL history
— Blake Jewell (@BlakeJewellNFL) February 6, 2023
AJ Green was an elite Cincinnati Bengals player. One of my favorites! Stop callin him mid. the man put up numbers in orange and black and respected his time as a Bengals player.
Respect to #18! Goodluck in retirement.
— Christineee (@christineee4646) February 7, 2023
Green was one of the more respected players in the league, both on and off the field…
Loved taking the field with you bro, it has been a true honor.
Incredible career and hell of a TD in your final game.
Best draft class of all time!
Love ya brother @ajgreen_18 https://t.co/yqUUL2lIA8
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) February 6, 2023
To this day, you'll see "GREEN #18" jerseys all over the concourses of Paycor Stadium.
Outside of Chad Johnson, it's hard to think of many Bengals who've won over the city like AJ Green prior to the Burrow era.
Green was perfect for the city; humble, kind, and hard-working. https://t.co/i1d5zwceWs
— Willie Lutz (@willie_lutz) February 6, 2023
At least one guy is happy A.J. is retiring…
Jalen Ramsey must be happy AJ Green is retiring. pic.twitter.com/6iJIkvVgJK
— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) February 6, 2023