Former Titan Delanie Wade announces his retirement

NASHVILLE. Tenn. Tennessee Titans Delanie Walker, tight end, announced Tuesday that he was officially retiring from NFL.

Walker stated via the team site, “Playing in this game, it was something I loved for so long, so I am so grateful.” It worked out better than I imagined.

Walker was a 14-year-old player who played from 2006 to 2006. San Francisco 49ers He was selected in the sixth round by the University of Central Missouri. Walker was signed to a $47.5 million, four year contract by the Titans in 2013.

Walker, a Titans tight end, was one of the most prolific in the NFL. In fact, he was named to Pro Bowl in three consecutive years. Walker’s 28 touchdown receiving is the highest for a Titans/Oilers tight-end. Walker also finished second in franchise history with 4,423 receiving yardage.

Walker was a Titans team caption four times and helped the Titans turn the corner when he joined. In 2019, Walker played seven games, a season that was affected by lingering injuries. Walker was released on March 2020. He did not sign for another team.

Amy Adams Strunk, Titans controlling shareholder, said that Delanie deserves a “fantastic NFL career”. His impact on our team, and our community, is undoubtedly something to be celebrated. It sets a high standard for others. He was a true professional and one of the key players in helping our organization achieve the level of success it has enjoyed for several years.

Walker was the Walter Payton NFL Man of the year nominee for 2013 and 2015. This award is in recognition of his community work, which includes the Delanie Walker gives back Foundation, which provides resources and educational opportunities to low-income and inner-city children. He was also involved in the local MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving).

Walker had 504 receptions, 5,888 yards, and 36 touchdowns in 14 seasons.

Walker will be honored by the Titans in a halftime ceremony at Nissan Stadium on Sunday.