Current, former Chargers pay respect to Eric Weddle after retirement announcement

Chargers great Eric Weddle hung up his cleats on Thursday.

After 13 seasons, nine of which were with Chargers, safety Eric Weddle said his farewell to the National Football League on Thursday.

Selected in the second-round of the 2007 NFL Draft, Weddle went on to have a successful stint with the Bolts, earning three trips to the Pro Bowl and other notable accolades.

Along the way, he created a strong bond and served as a mentor to his former teammates. Those players went on to pay homage to Weddle after he announced his retirement.

Quarterback Philip Rivers, who remains really good friends with Weddle to this day, made sure to pay his respect in a lengthy post.