Julian Edelman On His Decision to Retire | A Football Life 

As a Dolphins fan, it sucked watching him torch our defense and special teams for years. As a football fan, I have a tremendous amount of respect for the guy. Hell of a player, hell of a career.

Julian Edelman gave every ounce of himself to the game. He left absolutely everything on the field. One of my favourite players. How can you not love the guy. Late round pick who became a legend of the sport

He had a great NFL career. Edelman will never be forgotten, and definitely not forgotten in New England.

Number one receiver in NFL post season history? Jerry Rice. Number two? Julien Edelman. Go look it up. If anyone here thinks he was over rated.... think again. He was one of the most reliable, dependable and clutch football players of all time. He was truly a brilliant football player....

Such a talented player. Shame he got injured so many times.

As a die hard life long patriots fan, we were spoiled watching edelman every week during football season. He was so great. Sad to see him retire. He will be missed.

always enjoyed watching edelman play. hardworker and clutch.

The 2010's Patriots were special; easily some of the best times in Football with amazing, emotionful games I got the honor to watch in real time (2015 AFC Championship & 2014 Divisional Games) being a few of the best none SB Playoff games for different reasons too date. How BB let it all go downhill with the super lackluster off-seasons of no receiving help for Brady for his final (3) years is still unforgivable, but the amazing times from Brady, Gronk, Edelman along with a few special seasons out of players such James White & Matthew Slater were some of the best years of football in my life. I feel once Brady is gone my true passion for the game will-be as well, but it has been such a joyous part of my life to follow a team of underdogs to become some of the greatest at their positions & most respected as well.

As a Patriots fan I love this guy, an amazing player for sure.

respect to the man for knowing the limits of his body and walking out before he got knocked out.

Jules retirement was a sad day. I knew it would never be the same after he left. He gave us the greatest moments in our living room. I yelled so hard my throat hurt the next day. I wore that jersey loud and proud. I still do 😢

From punt returner to SB MVP - that's a story as good as any 10 time All Pro.

I'll never forgive these crappy artificial turfs that half the stadiums have now. Non-contact ACL tear on Detroit's garbage playing surface cost him that season, and probably a few more at the end of his career. Oh, and if Jules is healthy in 2017, no doubt they win that Super Bowl.

I grew up hating the patriots, just from where im born and the team I root for but.. I RESPECT THIS GUY SO MUCH and all the patriots players. I may root for them to lose. but these guys are legends in the NFL

No matter what though, I still have love and respect for Julian. He's still a beast!

He is a hall of famer! Did you see what he did to Rams in 53? They could not stop him! Man playing with boys!!

Julian never getting a pro bowl trip is a travesty, seriously!

Julian will forever be my guy. Always loved him since the first preseason game he lit it up! Definitely one of the best Patriot players ever.

This is why Julian Edelman is a real patriot didn’t leave us when Brady left. He stayed and embraced everything to me. That’s the greatest patriot ever this is what ever blue collar kids wants to do to make there family proud of him #JE11 #MVP #LFG #GoPats

As a Bills fan, no one is a bigger fan of Julian Edelman then me. He is my sports hero and role model.

Small guy in stature by football standards but has the biggest heart. Enjoy your new challenges, no one will do them better.

Thank you Julian! While TB12 was the magic, you were the fire… I truly enjoyed the ride… :-)

Three guys from the Tom Brady era that had surprisingly successful careers: Edelman, Amendola, and Slater. All three guys are known for coming up with big plays when they were needed most.

I hope julian knows he was loved as a player, I'm not a patriots fan but what he was able to do even I have to admit hey that guys pretty good, much love brother, hope the hall is in the future for you

I'm glad he got out when he did, before his knees got worse. But I think that, if he'd been healthy, he and Mac Jones would have worked really well together.

It was great to watch Jules. He will be forever remembered for the catch against Atlanta. That catch is the one example that explains Julian. He would have died to make that catch. If you have people on your team with that will to win, my God that's everything. Believe me, we all recognize that effort. Thank you Julian for the honor to watch you play.

Pray I can have this kind of influence on my son 🙏🏿

I have more respect for the guy who plays his whole career for one fan base than those that shop themselves around. Those that do are always beloved by their fan.

Truly one of the greatest Patriots to ever wear the uniform. He epitomized what Boston sports fans love in an athlete...maybe not the most athletically gifted but will always give every ounce of effort and play their best when it mattered most. Jules will always be a key part of the Patriots Dynasty!

Ill remember him for being Great !! Awesome receiver clutch one you’d want to be beside in War !

Had season tickets very good seats close to the field.I’ve never seen anyone that could cut move and catch a pass likeJulian he was a true Patriot Champ! 😢

As a dolphins fan Julian Edelman is my all time favorite patriot the story of him going from college qb to one of the greatest slot receivers in nfl history always inspired me.

Man hearing Edelman talk about recovering from pain, it sounds like what Luck was going through. Gotta be tough to play and especially tough to deal with at the end.

Jules was and still is one of my all time favourite athletes and idols. Pats fan forever!

"He maximized his abilities and he took advantage of every opportunity and he will be remembered as one of the all time greats." How many people in life can say that they lived up to their full potential and never missed an opportunity? I believe that 99.99 percent of humans, including myself. are not living up to their full potential. Sad but this is the truth.

when brady left edelman should have asked for a trade and left with him. cause edelman last year in new england was a waste

Lots and love and respect, Jules! Thanks for playing the best you could for us!

Julian needs to be a hall of famer, I don’t care what anyone else says.

Jules is one of my favorite all time players. Along with Brady, Gronk, Welker, Moss, Rice, Young, and Wilfork

Judging by the way Jules’ parents sit together, I bet his dad walks with a limp. Cause he’s packin

"can't snivel" was a great callback

He is the definition if what it means to be a patriot he might not make it to canton but he will sure make back to Foxborough to get his number retired.

I'm sure alot has to do with going from Tom Brady to that goofy space alien for a QB.

He owes his dad at least a million dollars.

God I'm gonna miss this guy.

*Julian Edelman* > *Wes Welker*

He had 36 touchdowns for his career I didn't know that

Damm Im getting old lol

Julian has a lot of success with Tom Brady. Folks overlook the fact that he had great success with Cam Newton who is the 1st to follow Brady, as QB1. In 1 game, Edelman was targeted 11 times & got his season high of 179 yds. Patriots Nation couldn’t accept Cam Newton & they overlooked the fact that he lost a lot of top players right after Brady left. Also, Cam had a very tougher schedule than what Brady had with the Buccaneers. I feel Cam never got his fair chance as a Patriot because fans were mad. I’m still a fan of Cam. He couldn’t do anymore with that skeleton of an Offense. To me, Cam is a Warrior. He signed late, & had no prep time much. He won 7-8 his first yr. He got 3Xs lesser weapons than Mac Jones was given. Cam is still 1 of my Top Patriots heroes. It hurt me, when Julian left after 6 games. Julian was a good player, too! ❤️🙏☮️

Oh hell yeah!!! Edelman will forever be a legend and hero in Massachusetts! Especially in the foxboro, wrentham and surrounding area! When he was a rookie and first year player he would be hanging around the local spots here in Franklin and he was pretty much a good dude. As a matter of fact he was trying to pick up my buddies girlfriend one night at incontro and he said that he was a quarterback for the patriots😂😂😂. Mind you, Brady had already been here for years before edelnut came😂😂. The funniest part about that story is that the girl, my friend’s now wife. Told us on the ride home that the short guy tried to tell me that he was Tom Brady 😂😂😂😂😂😂. We were all laughing and told her that, no he’s a kick returner who was drafted as a quarterback! We all knew who he was. But the girls had no clue!

Weird how the most passing yards he had in a game came with Cam Newton throwing. Even weirder knowing he was doing it in so much pain. Not having to deal with the "12th Man" in Seattle during that pandemic season didn't hurt, but still.

He should have retired.More then once I watched him on the post game interviews slurring his speech. I am pretty sure he had a concussion. Why the coach didn't pull him from the game is beyond me. I have a lot of respect for him as a football player but I think he should have retired much earlier. Hope he doesn't end up being a vegetable later in life.

So in other words, the Cali pearl-clutcher wasn’t able to get away with steroid use anymore. Got it 👍🏻

The most subtle ‘Old School’ quote just slid right in there. I was so hoping he was going to say, “A pretty nice little Saturday.” 😂 #legend

As a bills fan, I absolutely hated this guy. Strictly for the fact that it looked like he cared more and tried harder than anyone else on the field. And when that guy isn’t playing for your team, you hate it. But now I can say, he was great at what he did. And he is pretty damn entertaining now as well n

Julian should have left new England too , I bet Brady would have put his neck on the line for him in Tampa , he did it for the scumbag of AB😂.

He may not have the HOF stats but he was an intricate part of the Patriot offense. He had to switch positions and played everywhere, offense , defense, special teams . He should be in the HOF some day.

GAMES WITH NAMES , Homie ! Check it ! Ya Boi ThA MAN C MAcK has been there from the jump LG!

I loved watching him play and now I love watching his RU-vid Shorts. The dude is hilarious! He could easily be the next Joe Rogan, with a podcast centered around sports, especially football. It’s sad to see great football players retire, but that’s a game that most don’t play for long.

1 Peter 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

You could comfortably fit 4 african families in Edelnut's living room.

I couldn’t stand the patriots when Edelman Brady gronk etc were their but he’s 1 of the toughest wideouts I’ve seen. Not the biggest not the fastest.

How many Pats BB got in media? Jules, Tedy, Willie, Rod, the twins, Ninko, Brady...

football dude. he is hilarious and honest... this is why Belichick is so great, he got guys like this...

a legend

He said it wasnt worth going through pain to play with scam Newton. F that i would retired too

Jules was savage on the field. Just a crazy squirrel ever chasin that nut!

Julian Edelman should be every young man's hero. He played at the highest level and went above and beyond. He was a small college quarterback who should've never made it in the NFL. Not that he wasn't great in college because he was the best qb Kent state has ever had. Possibly the best football player, period. He overcame adversity and shined like the brightest diamond. He's definitely someone I look up to, and we're almost the same age. Most of all is his positive attitude, work ethic, and he's an all-around class act. He's what everyone in professional sports should aspire to be. 🎉❤

Julian Edelman was the Patriot Way Offensively and sometimes Defensively. Hoping one day I can get my jersey signed by him to hang in the man cave

A great football player, true HOF human.

Julian should get with Audible and narrate audio books!!

Thank you Jules, you will always be remembered as a great football player and a great and loyal Patriot. When you are the field there was always hope things would turn out good. Thanks

I’m a 49ers fan our bar high he’s the 2nd best playoff WR ever. Slot WR, small & undrafted did the most with his talent top small WR.

From a Washington pats fan thank u Julian Edelman but I really do miss u guys You guys brought my family together!!!!

I've never been a patriot fan, but the more I learn about these guys, the harder it becomes to deny the individuals talent wasn't what made them great

He will forever be the iron man dude always gave everything and left it in the field. Future HOF for sure 💪🏼

Cant believe Scam Newton was a Patriot!!😂😂

Respect. Knowing when to quit takes guts, humility, and self-awareness.

He probably so pissed brady didnt bring him to tampa haha

A great QB will extend the careers of his receivers.

Great player one of the great ones

Edelman: guts and heart.

Julian Edelman one of the top five players I love to watch play the game👍❤️

We all get to the point where we find out it is time to go.

We all get to the point where we find out it is time to go.

Thanks Jules. You gave us great years in New England. Our guy

My favorite wr of all time, forever. LOVE YOU JULES ❤️💙

the way this guy evolve to become a hell of a player was unmatched

We miss and love Jules. What a great Patriot!

It just felt like his career went so fast 💨

Never say never. He may be back with the Patriots in 2023

this dude had the courage of a 400lb lineman

My favorite all time wide receiver.i miss seeing him play

To any New Englanders out there, please explain to me what Julian Edelman means to New England. Where would you say he fits into the history of Boston sports?

I cried when he left the game😂🤦‍♂️

Thanks for the memories Jules. You are Legend.

He needs to be in the Hall of Fame!!!

he is the david beckham of nfl

he is the david beckham of nfl

Love you Jules. Retire well bud ❤️🤍💙