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Former Steelers Pass Rusher Jason Worilds Retires

Trey Daubert / NFL / March 11, 2015

Justin Worilds Steelers NFL — Former Pittsburgh Steelers pass rusher Justin Worilds, 27, has decided to retire from the NFL. (Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports)

Pittsburgh Steelers free agent linebacker Jason Worilds is set to retire. The 27 year old has decided to step away from the game. Worilds decision came via a chain of tweets.

I appreciate all of the interest from the organizations that have reached out to us the past few days.
— Jason Worilds (@WorildsGreatest) March 11, 2015

With that being said, after much thought & consideration I have chosen to step away from football as I have opted to pursue other interests.
— Jason Worilds (@WorildsGreatest) March 11, 2015

I am especially grateful of the opportunity to play before some of the greatest fans in football today.
— Jason Worilds (@WorildsGreatest) March 11, 2015

Despite any concern and speculation that may ensue, I appreciate those that are respectful of my decision.
— Jason Worilds (@WorildsGreatest) March 11, 2015

It is a shame Worilds walked away from the game without truly cashing in. The Titans were one of the teams expected to heavily pursue the edge rusher. Worilds did receive the 9.75 million dollar transition tag last season to prevent his free agency a year ago. Let’s just hope Jason and his family will be financially stable for years to come. Worilds will finish his five year career with 25.5 sacks.