During a recent interview in Italy, Calvin Johnson opened up much more than he previously had about why he decided to walk away from the Detroit Lions. In addition to being beaten up from playing the game, Johnson unveiled more about why he left while still had gas in the tank.
“If I was to keep playing, I would have to play in Detroit, and that just wasn’t for me anymore.”
The former Lions receiver also made it clear that he did not believe Detroit was anywhere near a Super Bowl.
“I didn’t see a chance for them to win a Super Bowl at the time, and for the work I was putting in, it wasn’t worth my time to keep on beating my head against the wall and not going anywhere.”
Since the media got a hold of those comments, many fans and analysts have come out to show their disgust in the way Johnson is handling things in his retirement.
Calvin Johnson has never been a " verbal " leader, we certainly don't need him to be one now!
— Rendell Barnes (@DetroitFan09) July 11, 2017
Not surprised Lions futility a factor in Calvin Johnson's retirement but talking poorly about team that gave you $113M seems beneath him.
— Ross Tucker (@RossTuckerNFL) July 12, 2017
Dan Orlovsky to the rescue
One player who has experience playing with Johnson and knows him well is former Lions backup quarterback, Dan Orlovsky. On Wednesday, Orlovsky responded to some tweets in defense of his former teammate.
@RossTuckerNFL a lot being said of CJ post his comments. I spent 6 seasons with him. He is as classy, hard working and stand up as anyone
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) July 12, 2017
That passed through our league ever. He was a part of some historically tough times. That would weigh and wear on anyone. Even megatron.
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) July 12, 2017
He was once on a lifetime player. He should've been treated that way outside of $. If he feels he wasn't, he's probably right.
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) July 12, 2017
Lions fans are great yea but to questions CJ or his feelings is outrageous. Guy gave literally all he had all the time. Don't question his
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) July 12, 2017
Intentions now.
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) July 12, 2017
Well, Nation, now that a day has passed since Johnson’s comments came out, whose side are you on?
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CJ walked away with no notice it’s like the best employee at any place quitting suddenly management is never happy with that person why should anyone just give away important resources just because someone used to do a good job for you
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