Packers GM makes classy move with touching farewell for Jordy Nelson

Earlier this offseason, the Oakland Raiders made the decision to part ways with former Pro Bowl wide receiver Jordy Nelson after just one season with the franchise.

Nelson was on the open market with rumors floating around about where he could land next. However, he has made the decision to step away from the game after 11 seasons, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN.

“We want to congratulate Jordy on an incredible career that included achievements that will result in his eventual induction in the Packers Hall of Fame,” said Packers GM Brian Gutekunst. “He is one of the greatest receivers in franchise history and played a vital role in the team’s success with not only his play on the field but also for what he provided as a great teammate and leader. We wish the best to Jordy, his wife, Emily, and the rest of their family.”

Nelson spent the bulk of his career with the Packers, where he notched 550 receptions for 7,848 yards and 69 touchdowns. He is currently second all-time in franchise history in touchdowns, third in receptions, and fifth in receiving yards.

He played his final campaign with the Raiders, where he put up a respectable year with 63 catches for 739 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Throughout his career, Nelson was a highly reliable receiving option when healthy, and that had been the Packers’ No.1 receiving option for several years.

At some point over the next several years, Nelson will have his jersey retired by the Packers.