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The Seattle Seahawks will be losing a key contributor to their team next season as Marshawn Lynch seemingly announced his retirement last night:
— Shawn Lynch (@MoneyLynch) February 8, 2016
It should not be a surprise that Lynch, who was not the biggest fan of the media, would announce his retirement this way: without the bright lights and on his own terms.
It has been rumored in recent weeks that the all-star running back would be calling it quits after this season. Throughout the last month, most of the echos of Lynch retiring grew louder. On Sunday, ESPN Insider Adam Schefter reported that Lynch was telling people that he planned to retire.
The Seahawks could have the replacement for Lynch already in-house as their undrafted rookie running back Thomas Rawls finished his season with 830 yards and a 5.6 yards per carry average. Even with a potential replacement, Lynch will surely be missed not only with the Seahawks but in the NFL.
@MoneyLynch lol only beastmode would announce it like that! Man it was a great run one of the best teammates I ever had! #firstballot
— Bruce Irvin (@BIrvin_WVU11) February 8, 2016
Honor playing with one of the best running backs of all time! Going to miss sharing the backfield with you 24... #BeastMode @MoneyLynch
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) February 8, 2016