DETROIT -- Detroit center Frank Ragnow, a University of Arkansas great and a four-time Pro Bowl selection who was key to Coach Dan Campbell's Lions revival, announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday after seven seasons.

Ragnow, 29, posted to social media that he has tried to convince himself he's feeling well enough to play, "but I'm not," he said.

"I have given this team everything I have and I thought I had more to give, but the reality is I simply don't," said Ragnow, who was drafted 20th by the Lions in 2018. "I have to listen to my body and this has been one of the hardest decisions of my life."

Ragnow was a key recruit by current Arkansas Coach Sam Pittman during his time as offensive line coach under Bret Bielema from 2013-15. That Razorback offensive line, recruited by Pit

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