NFL free agent Husain Abdullah, who made headlines in 2014 when he received a penalty for praying after scoring a touchdown, has decided to officially retire from the NFL. On Monday, Abdullah posted on Instagram that after suffering five concussions in his seven-year career, his health was more important than football.
Abdullah went on to thank the Minnesota Vikings for signing him in 2008 and stated his three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs were “the most enjoyable football experience in my entire life.”
Read his entire message below:
“After 7 years in the NFL, I am retiring. I would like to thank the Minnesota Vikings for giving me an opportunity to make the team after going undrafted in 2008. I experienced a great deal of growth both as a football player and as a person during my 4 years in Minnesota. Thank you.
The Kansas City Chiefs will forever have a special place in my heart. After sitting out of football to fulfill my Hajj Pilgrimage in 2012, The Chiefs were the first to call. The three years I spent playing for KC may have been the most enjoyable football experience in my entire life. Thank you.
There are numerous deciding factors in my decision, with personal health being foremost. Sitting for five weeks last year after suffering the fifth concussion of my career, I had a lot to contemplate. My goals moving forward are to be of benefit to my family, my community, my country and hopefully the world. Having a sound mind will be vital in accomplishing these goals. Thank you to everyone I’ve crossed paths with during my time as a player. You’ve had an impact on my life for the better. Thanks for the love and support. It’s greatly appreciated.”
Glad to see Husain Abdullah put his health first. Wishing him the best of luck on his new endeavors.
Source: ESPN
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