Nick Collins officially announced his retirement from Pro Football yesterday and while it is no 
surprise, yesterday’s final ending of the pro-bowl safety’s career, reminds Packernation of the suddenness of the injury that would eventually lead him to yesterday’s announcement.
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I’m officially announced my retirement from the #NFL. I also would like to thank my family, friends, and the Packer Nation for the love and support.
Nick Collins was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round as an athletically gifted player but some questioned whether he could fully understand the pro game. He quickly proved any detractors wrong by becoming the Packers starting safety. Nick was a hard hitter, had a nose for the ball and was particularly capable at transitioning after an interception, how many of us can forget his interception return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XLV?
Packernation is the best fan base in the world at remembering it’s storied past and today let’s do honor to a man who gave Packers fans seven years of service. A man who racked up 21 interceptions and went to the Pro Bowl three times. Let’s give honor where it is due to Nick Collins, Packers free safety from 2005-2011. Check out the highlights below, then scroll down to make your voice known in the “Thank You” poll.
Here’s a look back at Nick’s career: The first vid has Charlie Peprah stepping in after Nick went on IR. The second is ALL Nick Collins but the soundtrack may be offensive to some and is not for young ears. Keep in mind, there is a mute button if you want to watch but not listen:
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To Nick Collins…
Have a good rest of your life, Nick. You were a classy Packer.
It was great watching you play Thank You for your time with the great Green Bay Packers. Enjoy your life as a non football player and God Bless you,.
Thank u for the beautiful years u gave us and I hope u enjoy the rest of your life best thing since Leroy butler thanks and love bro
Agreed James, that is a VERY high compliment…but truly deserved.
Thank you for all of the great football you played with and for the Packers. Your leadership and skills will be missed and we wish nothing but the best. God bless.
It was a pleasure watching you play! Thanks for all the great memories. God bless you and your family in this next chapter of your life.
Thanks Nick for your hard work and dedication. Your tough play and leadership are appreciated. You’ll always be part of the family.
Nick you will be gone. We will miss you so much! But your always gonna be a Packer for life! #GOPACKGO #StayStrong #GoodLuckInFuture! Bye we will always love you and miss you!
Thanks for all the memories, Lambeau Leaps and victories. A grateful Packer Nation wishes you well.
Thank You for your Professionalism & work (esp in SB45) 😉
-Wishing you the best..from OH.
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Take care Nick! Thanks for the memories!
Thanks for making such an impact in the NFL and for the Packers organization. I’m glad they drafted you and you proved the critics wrong. Best wishes to you in your future endeavors. Thank You!
Congratulations Nick on an amazing career. You will be missed.
Nick,
Packer Nation will always remember the joy and excitement you provided to us game after game. Your love for the game was obvious. We all wish you were still playing for Green Bay but more than that want you to be happy and healthy. You will always be regarded as a Packer and I truly hope you continue to make appearances at the Packer games for the sake of the fans and players. God blessed you in many ways, most importantly with your wife Andrea and your children. Now enjoy your life with the greatest gift of all, your family and friends because you sure deserve to and we my friend will live with the memories you provided to us.
YOU GAVE US CHILLS AND THRILLS SUCH A GLORIOUS MAN YOU ARE….THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND COMPLETE DEDICATION, LEADERSHIP, AND POISE……WE WILL ALL MISS YOU DEARLY….I WAS BORN IN BEAVER DAM, WISCONSIN…..MY NAME IS JACK HOLLAWAY….AND I SALUTE YOU…..
Nick your the best! You were great in high school all the way through now!
Thank you, Nick for being a class act and a valuable member of the Packer Nation. We will miss you. Your contribution to the team will not be forgotten!
God bless you sir! One of my all time favorites…
You made watching Green Bay packers fun and exciting
Could not have won the Lombardi without you.