Megatron aka Calvin Johnson Plans To Retire, The Internet Reacts

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Detroit Lions star wide receiver Calvin Johnson has told the team this past season was his last. Could the man known as Megatron really be hanging up his Nike cleats? 

Reports ESPN:

After nine seasons in the NFL, Johnson’s body is beaten down. The five-time Pro Bowler has battled lingering ankle injuries and general body soreness to the point that it would be difficult for him to return for another season, during which he would turn 31 years old.

Johnson’s body has been so sore and his conviction so strong that he shared his decision to retire after the 2015 season with only two teammates — quarterback Matthew Stafford and linebacker Stephen Tulloch — with the request that they keep it confidential, according to sources.

Stafford and Tulloch honored the request, and the rest of the Lions organization did not learn of Johnson’s plans to retire until after this season, according to sources. At that time, the Lions issued a statement from Johnson that said, “Like many players at this stage of their career, I am currently evaluating options for my future. I would expect to have a decision regarding this matter in the not-too-distant future.”

The Lions, in turn, said they have “profound respect for Calvin and certainly understand and appreciate his decision to give proper thought and consideration to his football future.”

Only 30 years old, even by NFL standards and considering his freak athleticism, Johnson is still in his prime.

Nevertheless, you gotta respect the man’s decision. Needless to say, the Internet is reacting. See below and on the flip.

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Photo: Nike

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