Jurrell Casey admits to being ‘confused and hurt’ in farewell message to Titans

Jurrell Casey’s farewell message to the Titans.

For the first time since being traded to the Denver Broncos, former Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jurrell Casey has spoken about the surprising move.

It a statement via his Instagram page, Casey admitted to being “confused and hurt” by the trade, but thanked the Titans organization and its fans.

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It has taken me a few hours to process & get on here, because y’all know I love TN & especially my Titans Fans. Keeping it light…Nine years ago the Titans took a chance on me & looking back I wouldn’t change a thing. We went through rough times (winning max 3 games multiple seasons) to good times (making it to the AFC championship)! Countless volunteer events getting to meet the awesome people that make TN so great. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t confused & hurt, but it’s a business! But, I am comforted with every text, call, comment, tweet + DM I have received. Y’all are showing your boy some real love & encouragement! Hoping I left my mark in TN because y’all will forever be in my heart. Thank you to the Titan’s organization and all the men who grinded with me day in and day out. All good things must come to an end… but, sometimes for even better things! … DENVER, WHATS GOOD?? #BroncosCountry

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Trading Casey has been a tough pill to swallow for Titans fans. He was a staple of the team’s defense for nine seasons and was a true class act the entire way.

Based on the reactions of some of his former teammates, Casey had an impact on everyone he came across, and replacing his leadership won’t be easy to do.

We wish Casey the best in his new home. The Broncos just got themselves a great player and an even better man.