Julian Explains Why He Decided to Retire 

As a New Englander . Thanks for everything Julian . So many great memories .

Dana obviously respects Julian because last I saw he wasn’t doing anymore podcasts!

Tough competitor. Huge respect for Jules.

Hard-core TRUTH told by a great player who had a great career and knew when to leave the game respectfully on his OWN terms.

Jules your book Relentless has helped me out in so many ways. Thanks for everything you did for the Pats and me.

As a falcons fan I have nothing but admiration and respect for Julian. Seems like a good dude who got the absolute most out of his god given talent.

If its possible I have become a bigger Edelman fan since he retired. Probably a combination of appreciating more how he played and getting to know him through podcasts. On a side note, it is impossible for Edelman to mention something Belichick said without impersonating him, and I love it😂

Replacing walker he exceeded expectations. So clutch in our playoffs runs . Such a force 🔑 My favorite player ever

Great perspective. Thanks Jules !!

Gotta love this guy. 2 Bay Area guys made history out in New England... You did it brother.

Always enjoyed Edelman's play. He gave it all and you knew he would. Pleasure watching you !!!!

I started watching the Patriots right after Brady came in and he was my all time favorite player but after SB 49 Edelman took that favorite spot, He showed so much work and determination that I just loved to watch and being a shorter guy myself that just made it even better. #ForeveraPatriot

Julian is a DAWG!

I love hearing Jules talked about football. He has such a good mindset and has a tremendous future 👏 thanks for the podcast OG!

Big Pats since the 1970’s have seen many good players over the years.The catch in the Atlanta Falcons S.B. by Edelman was the best clutch play ever. Thanks for the memorie!

Thanks Jules, you will always be a NE legend and loved by the entire region. Take care

Edlenut was that dude 🤘

Total respect, Julian. Love you!

Thought Dana was DONE with podcast. 😂😅

Interesting to hear Julian say that he felt like he accomplished more than he thought he would be able to. Somehow he managed to be confident enough to go beyond whenever he stepped on the field. In my mind, he deserves to be in the hall of fame.

Thanks for all the memories bubs

Lifetime colt fan but I gotta subscribe. The content is too good

The Patriots definitely need the next Julian Edleman asap. Need that hard nose player not afraid to go over the middle for a big 3rd down conversion.

Jules you made a difference in the Greatness of the Patriots Dynasty 🏆🏆🏆👍

It's funny that he mentions not being able to walk before that Seattle game but then he went out and hit his career high for receiving yards in a game. Animal.

Julian Edelman is a HALL OF FAMER. Super Bowl MVP and arguably the best post season wide receiver to ever play. Made the greatest catch in NFL history and was a key piece of THREE Super Bowl victories. Will never forget.

Thanks for everything Edelman! 🏈 Thank you so much!

Two Legends right here. You guys have excellent natural chemistry, should do this as regularly as possible! Thanks Jules. One of the best to root for, EVER!!!! Edit: The catches you made bro...😮 Warrior. 🙏 Go Pats.

Jules wasn't the most talented but he had heart, dedication & discipline‼That fades faster than pure talent & along with injuries his time was up‼Put him in the HOF‼

JE11 Your routes were pretty awesome !! When you schooled Talib I was like .... that is mad skillz !!

Love you Jules. My fav player.

Giants fan..but total respect for Edelnut!!!!

He truly fought to be where he is !!! Hard work, determination, and dedication !!! What a beast !!!

Edelman is clearly a guy with a healthy dose of realistic self-awareness. He recognized it was time to hang it up and made the wise decision to do so with his health intact. He is still a very young guy with plenty of runway to start building the next chapter of his life. Too many guys try to hang on for way too long either because of poor financial decisions or because their entire identity and self-worth is tied to their sports career so they can't accept the reality of not being a "star" anymore. There is a limited window of time within which to maximize your earnings before your body breaks down, or when there is simply another young prospect who is younger, stronger, faster who comes along to replace you. Such is the reality of pro sports. Accept it for what it is, which is temporary, and enjoy the ride while putting aside some of the rewards for life after sports which (hopefully) will be much longer than the time spent playing the sport. All the best to Julian for a happy, fulfilling post-football life.

My favourite player. Haven’t enjoyed football nearly as much without em..

Personally, I think he is a hall of famer. In that system, when it was the biggest moment, when it mattered...he was always clutch

He had injuries stacked yes, but I really feel like he did NOT like Cam. Cam was always asking Jules that year why he was in such a bad mood, and Jules wouldd just say I am a grumpy guy...which he's not. Going from Tom Brady mentality led team to a goof, washed Cam is a huge culture change that I don't think Jules was feeling at all. Just my opinion though.

Pound for pound nobody was tougher than Julian Edelman.

Thanks Jules the man

This kid was one of the best things that ever happened to the Patriots. I just had a feeling from day one, that this kid was just a special athlete. There should be no doubt that he is a hall of famer.

Grew up a diehard colts fan and was absolutely terrified of this guy every time we played him. Love his show now, but he was Mr 3rd down.

Miss ya boy

Heartbreaking when I heard he retired. I could see him not playing at the same level, but I believe he could have come back and been even better!

Naw it was the perfect time to go. Brady was gone the team wasn't going anywhere,a first round loss was as good as it gets nowadays. He got rings and legendary SB performances there's nothing left to prove. Just glad I was here to see every snap what a time to be alive

I was sad Julian retired. But I agree, It was the right time. Foxborough forever!

I have spent years loathing this dude...i can't do that anymore...he embodies what the NFL should be.

Pats Nation loves you buddy !

Thank You Jules! Boston 4EVAH

Thank you for being vulnerable.. and a real man Edelman.. you a true warrior.. hated you winning with pats tho.. 😂

As an athelete, when ur young ur body is resilient but after injuries on top of injuries takes a toll on ur body.

Julian literally pushed every bit of his body and probably could’ve played another season with the Bucs but I’m glad he didn’t….it killed me when Gronk and Brady did

18 to 20 week season every year says it all..that was a great 20 years.

Thanks for the many good years of football

As a lifelong Seahawks fan, we had it good with LOB and BeastMode. Russ wasn't it, though. For all the hype/chip on his shoulder talk, Super Bowl XLIX exploited him, rightfully so too. Him calling that audible with the Lombardi on the line, knowing EVERY other player and coach was expecting BeastMode there? Yep, that was his nail in the coffin as a Seahawks QB. The fact it took nearly 10yrs to finally rid ourselves of him? Far too long. Brady always understood what was at stake and to put team above himself. Russ never had that POV.

🏈🎶Thanks for the memories🎶

I thought he wasn’t doing podcast any more

Listen here edelnut thank you for retiring !!! Enjoy life and good luck to ya

G.O.A.T 🐐

He took pain EVERY game since the preseason game vs the eagles.

I think Julian can still go you still got it

it's beautiful because it isn't endless

It's not an Edelnut clip without a Belicheck impersonation 🤣

Julesss!!!!!

Love welker and thought he would never be replaced …. BOOOOY was I wrong about that non sense I was thinking… Edelman not only replaced welker he made me forget about him sometimes 😂 Both legends tho😂

An absolute New England legend Foxboro4ever!!!

He wasn't the biggest or fastest... But Jules had the biggest heart. My all time favorite receiver.

I still wish he would’ve gone and joined Brady and Gronk in Tampa😭😭

You da man Jules.

The emotional spark for the team when the chips were down.

I’ll be there at Canton when you’re in the Hall of Fame buddy!

Love the show. Get Sam back on!

Aside from Brady, Jules is my all time favorite player.

He's 100% right

Julian mad when mac got run over by Jones for the TD win was epic. Dude is a true competitor

One of the few remaining Reebok players left

Cam & Edelman were a great connection for as short as it was 😕

You left it all on the field Julien. The way you came back from the injury was impressive. In this league guys are trying to make a name for themselves. It was the right call to walk off into the sunset. 12 seasons. Amazing career.

Dana definitely talking to people in the locker room about their next fight 😂. Who's he kidding

I wished Dana had asked Jules if he thought he could go down to Tampa to join Tom and Gronk

Edel-Nut set my hot tub at 103… get me a Gatorade and don’t fook it up …. Lol….

I pray Tony Ferguson sees this and gets inspired! He definitely is a warrior!

My all time favorite patriot. Named my son after him.

Is this not considered a podcast?

Hate the Patriots but actually have come to like Edelnut a bit with these podcasts

isnt this a "podcast"?

He might not be hall of fame but you don't want to line up against him in the playoffs 💪🏾

I don't know where he was born or raised. But as far as us here in the "Live Free or Die" state are concerned he might as well be blood immediate family. So no matter where he was from he is ours now :) and we are so proud of him...he left right and never sells out Pat's Nation....hint hint Brady

My only regret is when i stopped chasing my dream to be in the NFL. For a stupid reason too

CTE?

Great explanation. In any profession you should get out before you start to embarrass yourself.

After working with the GOAT TB and getting physically beat up by the defense, there is not much incentive to be on a second rate team and endure more pain for a coach who has passed his peak?

HALL OF FAMER

I thought Dana was “Done with podcasts?”

I have no idea how NHL players can play a nine month long season, especially if they went through 4 rounds of playoffs.

They say slater is a HOF... If he is YOU DEFINITELY ARE.... Little superman

No explanation needed

LESS LIP DIP MORE INDEPTH QUESTIONS... YA DIG, EDELNUT.. 🥜🌰

Dana" I'm done doing podcast" White

my favorite patriot of all time !

THE greatest slot receiver in recent history. Probably of all time. Next stop: Canton.