Social media reacts to Bucs C Ryan Jensen’s retirement
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens center Ryan Jensen was a crucial part of Tampa Bay’s Super Bowl run in 2020, and now, he’s hanging up his cleats.
Jensen officially announced on Friday that he’s retiring from the NFL, putting a bookend on his career that started in 2013 with Baltimore. The decision comes after Jensen spent 2023 on Injured Reserve due to a knee injury he suffered in preseason during the 2022 season.
Jensen was a fan favorite in Tampa Bay, not only renowned for his excellent play at center but also for his fiery attitude on the field and his kindness off of it. Jensen was one of the more beloved free agency signings in team history, and as a result, fans made sure to show their love and give respects to the player they affectionately called “Big Red” on Sundays.
Check out what social media is saying about Jensen and all he did for the Buccaneers below:
Is there a free agent signing Pre-Tom Brady more beloved in Tampa than Ryan Jensen?
— Ashlie (@EMT_Ashlie) February 2, 2024
Tom Brady gets most of the credit, but this guy played a massive role in changing the culture of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. An absolute warrior on the field, and one of the best offensive linemen in franchise history.
🫡 @sinjen66 🏴☠️ https://t.co/ZtUjonxKnM
— Collin Haalboom (@SI_Buccaneers) February 2, 2024
Ride off into the sunset Big Red, Enjoy Brother ❤️ @sinjen66 pic.twitter.com/s1nhaxW9E5
— Tristan Wirfs (@TristanWirfs78) February 2, 2024
One of the toughest MFers to ever play the game.
🫡, @sinjen66. pic.twitter.com/jVlV8Qb4GC
— Luke Easterling (@LukeEasterling) February 2, 2024
First player feature with the Bucs ⏩️ first drink (of many) at the Super Bowl after party 😂
Was a joy getting to tell some of the stories of @sinjen66’s career. Happy to call him and Steph friends. Even happier for their next venture. Salut, big guy. Espresso martinis soon. pic.twitter.com/M16kfDaVCT
— Carmen Vitali (@CarmieV) February 2, 2024
With each passing day, the fact that he was able to play all 82 snaps in last year’s Wild Card game vs. the Cowboys is more and more remarkable.
Thank you for your years of great service, @sinjen66! Definitely an all-time Buccaneer and a true tone setter for our Super Bowl team! https://t.co/F0flJPvL9f pic.twitter.com/qLHK2iSvFI
— Djon Mustard. The ‘D’ is silent. (@M1K3EvansTD) February 2, 2024
If you’re looking for grit, look no further than @sinjen66
Forever a Buc pic.twitter.com/zHk7fnLlsf
— Rhett Matthew (@Rhettakus) February 2, 2024
WARRIOR. Thank you for everything @sinjen66 https://t.co/Gg0yxGqTie
— Steven Cheah (@StevenCheah) February 2, 2024
@sinjen66 Thank you Red!! Enjoy your retirement! You gave us everything when you were on field! bought tenacity to our squad and led by example!! We are better team because of you! pic.twitter.com/yHIT2mimX9
— Port Richey Lou (@Lou_Port_Richey) February 2, 2024
.@sinjen66 is an awesome NFL success story. Congrats on the excellent career https://t.co/z5O23meM8s
— Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) February 2, 2024
Sad to hear but knew it was coming. Will always be a Bucs legend and Super Bowl champion.
Ya made watching offensive linemen fun. Enjoy retirement @sinjen66 #RaiseTheFlags #GoBucs pic.twitter.com/Jybe2JDq9n
— Slaw (@JakeSlawetsky) February 2, 2024
This man was just what we needed exactly when we needed it. @sinjen66 thank you for everything! 🫡 you are the definition of a @Buccaneers man. #AlwaysAChampion #Legend https://t.co/94zoILM78W
— Zach Johnson (@BucsBy30) February 2, 2024
The Krewe knew this was probably coming but it doesn’t make it any easier.
Thank you @sinjen66 for everything. From protecting @TomBrady, to helping us get a Super Bowl win.
Next stop…@Buccaneers Ring of Honor. #GoBucs 🏴☠️ https://t.co/Ekr7B5tfFu
— Crews 🎙 (@CrewsOnTheRadio) February 2, 2024
Sucks seeing your favorite player retire but we don’t win a Super Bowl without @sinjen66 Thank you for the amazing years you’ve given this team!!! Enjoy retirement!!! #GoBucs https://t.co/10oIX3gtQO
— Chris Sawyer (@sawyer407) February 2, 2024
@Buccaneers
I took this pic moments before his last game vs Dallas in the playoffs. Thank you for inspiring not only your teammates but the fans as well. @sinjen66 Happy Retirement pic.twitter.com/RG58DLYyGJ— Greg D'Cruz (@GregDCruz4) February 2, 2024
@sinjen66 Thanks Ryan for leading our motley krewe of Buccaneers to the promised land. We couldn't have done it without you. Enjoy your retirement. #GoBucs! https://t.co/YU3LVWBMlh
— 👽 🏴☠️ The JC De Lᐰ Torre 🏴☠️👽 (@jcdelatorre) February 2, 2024
@sinjen66 is the best C we’ve ever seen in Tampa Bay. Loved cheering you on, Big Red! Enjoy retirement. https://t.co/qSeArzmH6c
— Champa Bay TyGuy (@tellrodt) February 2, 2024
@sinjen66 my favorite Buccaneer of ALL time and it’s not even close! https://t.co/H90orxDv0W
— David James (@DJames1515) February 2, 2024
My favorite Ryan Jensen memory is him absolutely demolishing Kiko Alonso after he went after his quarterback https://t.co/MsGosk4fpR
— Football Analysis (@FBallAnalysisYT) February 2, 2024
Loved the way Ryan Jensen played Center. Didn't take kindly to defenders taking dirty shots at his QBs and made em pay. That fire will be missed.
— Nσʂtαlɠiƈ Aɳt 🏁🐍🖤 (@Holeyfield85) February 2, 2024
Ryan Jensen has officially announced his retirement. multiple Pro Bowls and leaves with a Super Bowl ring. very nice, memorable career for him. wish him the best in his endeavors outside of playing football. #Buccaneers
— Dan Vachalek (@Dyhard) February 2, 2024
