"And the other thing is quite frankly, some of the stuff about contract talk, that’s disrespectful. That’s not what this was ever about. Anyway, love you, Frank. Appreciate you.”

After a few months of clarity and consideration, Frank Ragnow — the All-Pro center who anchored one of the league’s best offensive lines — is calling it quits. In the end, Ragnow, 29, is prioritizing his long-term health.

Detroit Lions players aren't going to be the only ones missing center Frank Ragnow in his retirement. Lions head coach Dan Campbell got emotional during a Thursday press conference when discussing Ragnow's impact.