Dak Prescott, Drake Maye react as former Cowboys QB announces retirement
Former NFL quarterback Will Grier has announced his retirement after seven seasons in the league. The news prompted an outpouring of support from notable teammates and peers, including Dak Prescott and Christian McCaffrey.
Why it matters
The retirement highlights the camaraderie and professional networks within the NFL, as evidenced by the public reactions from high-profile players.
Will Grier is calling it a career. The former Cowboys and Panthers quarterback has decided to close the book on his NFL career. The veteran announced his retirement after seven seasons, bringing an end to a journey that included stops with six franchises. While he never became a long-term starter, reactions from around the league showed the impact he had on teammates who shared the locker room with him.Messages poured in soon after his Instagram post. Dak Prescott, Drake Maye, Christian McCaffrey, Jake Ferguson and A.J. Brown all took a moment to congratulate him. Their comments quickly became one of the biggest talking points surrounding his retirement.Dak Prescott and Drake Maye lead wave of support for Will Grier after retirement announcementWill Grier shared the news through Instagram after taking part in the Carolina Panthers' offseason program.
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