CALVIN RIDLEY STEPS AWAY FROM ATLANTA FALCONS TO FOCUS ON MENTAL HEALTH
Calvin Ridley, the standout wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons, revealed on Twitter that he is retiring from football to focus on his “mental wellbeing.”
Ridley’s statement read: “These past few weeks have been very challenging and as much as I’d like to be on the field competing with my teammates, I need to step away from football at this time and focus on my mental wellbeing. This will help me be the best version of myself now and in the future. I want to thank my teammates, the entire Atlanta Falcons organization, our great fans, my friends, and my family for all of their support during this time.”
Due to a personal problem, Ridley was inactive for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. Due to a personal problem, Ridley did not go with the club to London for their Week 5 game against the New York Jets. After a bye week, Ridley returned in Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins. Ridley has 31 receptions for 281 yards and two scores in five games in his fourth NFL season.