Former Alabama defensive lineman Quinton Dial announced he would retire from football.

Dial did not play the 2018 season and wasn’t on an NFL roster. During his five-year NFL career, Dial played for the San Francisco 49ers (2013-16) and the Green Bay Packers (2017). The Andalusia, Alabama, native started 34 NFL games and racked up 145 tackles, including nine tackles for loss.

The lineman played two seasons at Alabama (2011-12) and helped the Tide win two BCS National Championships. He made 46 tackles, including eight for a loss and 2.5 sacks, during his time in Tuscaloosa.

Dial announced the news on his Instagram page:

“I want to thank the San Francisco 49ers and the Green Bay Packers for the opportunity that you gave a country boy from a small town in Alabama when no one else would,” Dial wrote in Instagram. “To the fans, thanks for the countless memories that have made the last five years something special. Coach Harbaugh, Coach Tomsula and Trent Baalke, thank you for the incredible opportunity you guys gave me. The relationships I’ve made over the last five years in and out of the locker room I will cherish for the rest of my life. I knew this day would come, but I didn’t know when. That is why I’ve prepared myself since becoming an NFL player, because you are one play away from your career being over. I’ve faced a lot of injuries throughout my career, and I feel it is in my best interest to hang up the cleats and pursue another career. I am excited about what the future holds for my family and I. Again, thank you all for the countless support over the years! I will miss all of you guys! #TeamDialOut”

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This is my official announcement to you and the NFL of my retirement. I want to thank the San Francisco 49ers and the Green Bay Packers for the opportunity that you gave a country boy from a small town in Alabama when no one else would. To the fans, thanks for the countless memories that have made the last five years something special. Coach Harbaugh, Coach Tomsula, and Trent Ballake thank you for the incredible opportunity you guys gave me. The relationships I’ve made over the last five years in and out of the locker room I will cherish for the rest of my life. I knew this day would come but I didn’t know when. That is why I’ve prepared myself since becoming an NFL player; because you are one play away from your career being over. I’ve faced a lot of injuries throughout my career and I feel it is in my best interest to hang up the cleats and pursue another career. I am excited about what the future holds for my family and I. Again, thank you all for the countless support over the years! I will miss all of you guys! #TeamDialOut

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