Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow is retiring after seven seasons in the NFL . Ragnow, 29, announced his decision in an Instagram post Monday, and he cited his future health as the primary reason.
Since he was drafted in 2018, Ragnow has started 96 regular-season games and four playoff games for the Lions. He developed a reputation as one of the best centers in the game, but he's decided it's time to hang up his cleats.
In his Instagram post, Ragnow said it has been a "very trying" few months for him as he tried to sort out his NFL future. Ultimately, Ragnow came to the conclusion that his body doesn't feel good enough to continue playing.
"I've tried to convince myself that I'm feeling good but I'm not and it's time to prioritize my health and my families future," Ragnow wrote. "I