Julius Peppers, a one-time Green Bay Packers defensive end, announced he was calling it quits after 17 NFL seasons.
17 seasons, 9 Pro Bowls, and a Super Bowl appearance. With a career that speaks for itself, @juliuspeppers_ says goodbye in his own words. https://t.co/DHm8D9nR3r
— The Players' Tribune (@PlayersTribune) February 1, 2019
In an article for The Players' Tribune, Peppers mainly focuses on his 10 seasons with the Carolina Panthers.
He gave a special thanks to Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers for "being an all-time great player and teammate ... and for making me believe that somehow, a Hail Mary can be a high-percentage throw."
Peppers ends his career with nine Pro Bowl appearances and a Super Bowl appearance in 2004 with the Panthers.