One of, if not the greatest tight ends in Tennessee Titans franchise history officially announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Delanie Walker decided to hang up the cleats after 14 seasons in which he became arguably the best free-agent acquisition in Titans history.
Walker signed with the Titans prior to the 2013 season, and his impact on and off the field was undeniable throughout the course of his entire tenure (2013-2019).
During his time as a Titan, the Central Missouri product became a perennial Pro Bowler from 2015-2017, and even earned Pro Bowl MVP honors in his final all-star outing.
Walker finished his Titans career with 381 catches for 4,423 receiving yards and 29 total touchdowns.
The Titans held a press conference for the franchise great this afternoon in order to properly celebrate the culmination of a legendary seven-year career in the two-tone blue.
As you would expect, the day was filled with emotions and gratitude while also reflecting on a legendary career that could possibly lead to a spot in the Titans’ Ring of Honor someday.
Here are some highlights from his celebratory press conference:
#Titans GM Jon Robinson has jokes at @delaniewalker82's retirement ceremony pic.twitter.com/b6ULQPw3el
— Buck Reising (@BuckReising) October 18, 2022
#Titans GM Jon Robinson reflects on his first memories of @delaniewalker82, and the player he became with the @Titans. pic.twitter.com/58XHsDsNkT
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
One word reason why Delanie Walker came to the #Titans years ago as free agent….opportunity. pic.twitter.com/h38WcC6uAw
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker “thankful” for the opportunity the #Titans gave him in the NFL and the opportunity to retire here: pic.twitter.com/aLppg2SKdL
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) October 18, 2022
.@delaniewalker82 said if he didn't break his ankle, he'd still be playing. He said he never felt the pain from injury because he severed his nerves #Titans
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker's favorite memory? Against the Patriots and how he planned to outplay Gronk that day. Zach Mettenberger threw him a 5-yard pass, says he was running angry through a couple defenders. Feels that's one of his better plays of his career.
— Teresa Walker (@TeresaMWalker) October 18, 2022
An emotional @delaniewalker82 says he’s thankful for his time with the #Titans, and in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/CjT7yb8H5w
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
.@delaniewalker82 said his time with the #Titans flew by, and he didn't want it to end
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker named Bryant Young, Isaac Bruce, Jonas Jennings and Larry Allen as guys that impacted him when he first came into the league with the 49ers. He was proud to pass the knowledge on to younger guys like Jonnu Smith. #Titans pic.twitter.com/TzySFzwmVF
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker remembering his “favorite play” of his #Titans career: pic.twitter.com/qipkzUk2XF
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) October 18, 2022
.@delaniewalker82 is a man of the people — and he loves talking with #Titans fans who recognize him in Nashville. pic.twitter.com/HkoQRog7gP
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker reflects on his #Titans and Nashville legacy: pic.twitter.com/acy521go9p
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) October 18, 2022
A humble Delanie Walker says Frank Wycheck is the greatest TE in #Titans history. Puts himself 2nd.
— AtoZ Sports Nashville (@AtoZSports) October 18, 2022
Delanie Walker shares why he fell in love with the city of Nashville. #Titans pic.twitter.com/VHliWLeRrZ
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) October 18, 2022
.@delaniewalker82 said he’s a big fan of the #Titans — and he gets pretty intense watching games. pic.twitter.com/941qjYdlH0
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) October 18, 2022
Walker: I don't miss getting hit. I don't miss practicing. I miss being in the locker room. It's unlike any other job
— Buck Reising (@BuckReising) October 18, 2022
