Aaron Donald speaks on why he retired: (via AD_99)

@AaronDonald97 Retiring at 32. Gotta respect it.

@AaronDonald97 What a legend, speaking so honestly.

@AaronDonald97 He been wanting to retire, I told yal. His soul was tired. I know a tired soul when I see one. I feel it nigga

@AaronDonald97 Best Defensive Lineman in the History of football.

@AaronDonald97 Nikkas being able to retire at 32 years old is Amazing

@AaronDonald97 The pain in that man's eyes. One of the greatest to ever do it. Awesome to be around to see it all the greatest moments. Dude embodies a true DAWG on and off the field !

@AaronDonald97 Being able to retire on your own terms while still being the best at your position is nuts.

@AaronDonald97 Going out on top young with all the accolades you’d ever want reducing any chance of long term damage is a big brain move.

@AaronDonald97 Wow. Very narcissistic… Donald was not the player he thinks he was. Effective? Yes. Generational? No, not close.

@AaronDonald97 We as fans don't realize the toll this takes on their bodies, can't hate on anyone who retires, even if it's at their peak! AD is probably the greatest defender I ever watched play this game