My desire to exit the game is greater than my desire to remain in it. I have searched my heart through and through and feel comfortable with this decision.

If I could start with anybody, I would initially draft Tom Brady. Then I would go get Ray Lewis, and then maybe an offensive lineman, or somebody like Adrian Peterson.

It was a wonderful experience to play in the NFL, and I have no regrets. I truly will miss playing for the Lions. I consider the Lions' players, coaches, staff, management and fans my family. I leave on good terms with everyone in the organization.

I quit because I didnt feel like the Detroit Lions had a chance to win. It just killed my enjoyment of the game.

Christianity affects your whole life. I feel I'm more competitive, a better player, but off the field is where there is always a battle.

I didn't know exactly what I wanted to do in school, but I definitely didn't have adequate time to reach my full potential as a student.

See God gave us the talent, but the devil make us famous.