See how Calvin Johnson's teammates, opponents and other athletes reacted to the news of his retirement on social media:
Current/former teammates:
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When an honor to play with this guy. A professional, mentor, and friend. The GOAT, you'll be missed @megatron. pic.twitter.com/BGlpyIEUoP
— Sam (@SamMartin_6) March 8, 2016
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— Eric Ebron (@Ebron85) January 31, 2016
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Opponents:
It was an honor to play against one of the games greatest! Enjoy your retirement @calvinjohnsonjr pic.twitter.com/HowNVE1x7k
— Johnthan Banks (@JBanks_27) March 8, 2016
One of the greats of my era! An athletic freak, intense competitor, and true pro! ✊🏾 https://t.co/uzjiHXsAhe
— Greg Jennings (@GregJennings) March 8, 2016
Dang @calvinjohnsonjr man you had more years left man the game will miss you but cornerbacks won't lol goodluck in life
— DeAngelo Williams (@DeAngeloRB) March 8, 2016
Always give respect when respect is due! Bless Up to a legend on his retirement @calvinjohnsonjr !!!! pic.twitter.com/6UDe2llTy8
— Antonio Brown (@AB84) February 2, 2016
One of the better persons than player !!!
— Antonio Brown (@AB84) February 2, 2016
MAN! Crazy to hear news about Megatron being done! So many great battles! So much respect for big #81! #Megatron pic.twitter.com/Em2nb7Fpju
— Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) January 31, 2016
Surround yourself around those who make YOU Better! #Megatron #BigPlayCJ #CalvinJohnson https://t.co/rG5JCYan7l pic.twitter.com/q3MWYQ9NyV
— Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) February 1, 2016
#megatron is guy you turned on @sportscenter to see what did he do NOW!!! #Salute https://t.co/LvnNQXboXa pic.twitter.com/aX7WY5R5Fu — Steve Smith Sr (@89SteveSmith) February 1, 2016
One of my favorite match ups... Always looked forward to the competition. One of the greats @calvinjohnsonjr pic.twitter.com/L3FdEsqLQU
— Charles Tillman (@peanuttillman) February 1, 2016
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Other athletes:
An amazing and rare talent both on and off the field, and I feel lucky to have been able to see him play. https://t.co/eSIk8iWr3M
— Barry Sanders (@BarrySanders) March 8, 2016
What an unbelievable career @calvinjohnsonjr had! All #NFL and specifically #Detroit fans will miss watching you! #fanforlife #HOF
— Justin Verlander (@JustinVerlander) January 31, 2016
Wow. No more Megatron. One of the ga tech yellow jackets I liked!! #beast
— John Isner (@JohnIsner) January 31, 2016