Bills' 1st-round pick retires after 5 Pro Bowls, 1 Super Bowl ring
He had a great career from start to finish.
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Stephon Gilmore announced in a post on his Instagram on Thursday that he's calling it quits on an NFL career that also included the New England Patriots , Dallas Cowboys , Indianapolis Colts , Minnesota Vikings and Carolina Panthers . "To my first love, Football," Gilmore began his post. "As a young, scrappy kid from Rock Hill South Carolina with humble beginnings, the eldest of 6 - you gave me focus, opportunity, strength, and friends to last a lifetime.
From my first game with Finley Road Falcons to two Super Bowls, multiple Pro Bowls, and a Defensive Player of the Year Award, you taught me the invaluable lesson of working hard and believing in myself. " MORE: E agles' new signing flew himself as a pilot to Philadelphia He then thanked many people involved in his journey. "To my wife and kids, thank you for making it possible for me to chase my dreams," Gilmore wrote.
"To my parents, thank you for raising me to be the man I am today. To my coaches, thank you for pouring into me. And to the fans—thank you for your support.