Chiefs' Husain Abdullah announces retirement

The Kansas City Chiefs’ Husain Abdullah announced Monday he is retiring after seven years in the NFL.

Abdullah wrote in a post on Instagram that there are numerous factors in his decision. He said he sat for five weeks last year after suffering the fifth concussion of his career.

He wrote in part:

“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.”

 

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. #chiefskingdom #Peace???

A photo posted by Husain Abdullah (@habdullah39) on

Mar 28, 2016 at 5:53am PDT

Abdullah said the Chiefs “will forever have a special place in my heart.” He also thanked the Minnesota Vikings.

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