Maurice Jones-Drew announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday by posting a message on Twitter saying that “all good things come to an end.” In his note on the matter, Jones-Drew called his 9-year playing career an “amazing” time and said he is looking forward to the next chapter of his life. Jones-Drew was a powerhouse type running back just a few seasons ago, but injuries, contract disputes and a lackluster season with the Oakland Raiders last year slowed down his momentum. He never looked right in the black & silver of the Raiders and he likely wasn’t going to be much of a factor moving forward anyway.

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Jones-Drew scored 81 touchdowns during his playing career — 68 rushing, 11 receiving, and two on kickoff returns. He is the Jaguars’ second-leading all-time rusher and first in franchise history in rushing touchdowns. Pro-Football-Reference says Earl Campbell, Shaun Alexander, Mike Garrett, Brian Westbrook, Matt Forte, Clinton Portis, Eddie George and Marshawn Lynch are among the players who have had the most similar playing careers to Jones-Drew. That’s not bad company at all.

We wish Maurice good luck in the future. He always played the game the right way! Check the gallery for his statement.