Former Detroit Lions All-Pro center Frank Ragnow has provided new reflections on his abrupt retirement from the NFL and a subsequent aborted attempt to return to the league, according to Eric Woodyard.
The report from Woodyard offers the first detailed look at Ragnow's perspective regarding his sudden departure from professional football. Ragnow also addressed a previously undisclosed attempt to return to the game that was ultimately called off. Ragnow, a first-round selection by the Lions in 2018, established himself as a premier interior lineman during his career in Detroit.
A three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, Ragnow was the anchor of the Lions offensive line for several seasons. He was widely recognized for his durability and toughness, notably playing through a fractured throat during the 2020 season. These new comments provide clarity on the timeline of his exit from the sport and the factors that led him to remain retired following the aborted comeback effort.
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