Following the tragic news of Ryan Watts' career-ending injury, the CB released a heartfelt statement on social media.

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Monday they were releasing safety Ryan Watts, whose football career is feared to be over because of a severe neck injury sustained last preseason. "After consulting with our medical team,

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Watts is officially retiring from football. Days after the Steelers released him with the recommendation that he medically retire after sustaining a severe neck injury during the team’s final preseason game against the Detroit Lions last year, Watts has announced his retirement.