Mack Strong's career over
Mack Strong said in a press conference this afternoon that Sunday's injury (a herniated disk is pinching his spinal cord in his neck) was the sign that it's time to end his 15-year NFL career. The FB for the Seattle Seahawks had tingling in his left arm when he woke up on Sunday and after taking a hit in the game, had numbness in his hands and legs. The TNT is reporting that Strong will not need surgery. You can also read more at the Seattle Times. Hats off to a great Seahawk.
Comments
Thank you Mac for countless years of fighting in the trenches to make the Hawks a better team and they were a better team with you in there. I will look forward to your induction speech in the Hall of Fame in 5 years. You are one of the greatest Hawks of all time!
Posted by: Hawker37 | October 8, 2007 4:43 PM
Mack, it's been great. Along with having the greatest fullback name ever (know of any other fullbacks who share their name with a big truck?), you've truly been one of the greatest fullbacks of the NFL.
My vote goes to retiring number 38.
Posted by: him | October 8, 2007 5:41 PM
God bless you Mack and thanks for staying with the Seahawks for 15 years, it's not often players keep such divotion to a team or the fans.
Me and My wife vote, retire number 38 with honor and fly a big 38 flag from the needle!
Posted by: Dan Rush | October 8, 2007 5:53 PM
Mack, thank you for your years of service to the Seattle Seahawks. I second the vote to have #38 retired. God bless you in all you do.
Posted by: Brian from Tri-Cities | October 8, 2007 6:12 PM
Wow.. I couldnt believ this when I saw it. What a complete and total stud. Mack Strong you have been a such an amazing player to watch over the years. We have truly been blessed to have had you on our team. Thanks for everything! I like the idea of retiring the number. Great idea. Guess who will be hoisting the 12th man flag soon?
Posted by: Jonny | October 8, 2007 9:15 PM
The class act of this team. thanks for the years. #38 must be retired.
Posted by: ray | October 8, 2007 11:41 PM
I too want to Thank you Mack for your loyalty to the team and to the 12th Man. Yes I agree with everyone we need to retire #38.
Thank you Mack for your years of service with us.
Posted by: porslin8_3 | October 9, 2007 7:01 AM
Thank you Mack. If only all the other players had your talent and your class.
Posted by: gene | October 9, 2007 7:25 AM
Mack, you are a great player and a stand up guy. We will miss you a bunch and wish you nothing but the best in the future.
We can't wait to see you again, hoisting that 12th Man Flag. You ARE Mr. Seahawk... a valued player, a treasured friend and teammate, a wonderful role-model and a true symbol of everything that makes the Seahawks so great.
I also vote to retire #38.
Posted by: pr | October 9, 2007 8:33 AM
The backfield suddenly seems pretty empty without #38. You've done right for your family and teammates throughout your career. Thanks for everything Mack.
Posted by: Ken | October 9, 2007 10:25 AM