Overview

• Romeo Okwara announced his retirement from professional football, ending an eight-year career with the Lions and Giants.
• Okwara expressed gratitude for the friendships and experiences gained throughout his career, highlighting his time playing alongside his brother.
• Despite a promising career, Okwara faced challenges, including a significant Achilles injury that limited his play in recent seasons.
• The Lions have been active in bolstering their defensive line in free agency, following Okwara's retirement announcement.
• Okwara's departure marks the end of an era for the Lions, where he was known as a valuable depth piece and a top foreign-born player in the league.