Teammates

OT Ronnie Stanley

"Marshal has been that stable rock for our offense, and he's that guy who when there is a tough decision to be made, we would go to Marshal for advice. He was always the wisest of us all. It's going to be tough to lose that type of person and leader.

"When I first entered the league, I tried to learn everything I could from Marshal. I just respected the way he played football, his work ethic, how humble he was and how good he was at the same time. I tried to just watch the way he prepared, watch the way he conducted himself. I knew I couldn't do everything exactly the way he could, but I could learn different things from him, and he was always willing to be helpful and listen and give me great advice through the years. He really helped me out along the way, and we'll definitely miss having Marshal around."

OT Orlando Brown Jr.

"It's difficult to put into words just how much Marshal means to me, because he's been so significant in my development as a pro. I can't thank him enough for everything he's done for me, let alone the game of football. He's a first-ballot Hall of Famer as a football player, a father and a friend. I'm very happy that he's able to walk away on his own terms with a healthy body. I know he's pumped to spend the days ahead with his kids and wife. I pray for many more blessings for him and his family."

TE Nick Boyle

"It was an honor to be in the same huddle with Marshal Yanda. He has so much passion for the game, and he helped inspire his teammates to be the best players they could be. His leadership and approach to the game were second-to-none. Marshal is the ultimate teammate, and we'll miss having him in the locker room."

RB Mark Ingram II

"I've always known about Marshal Yanda and had heard about him over the course of my career and about him being an elite offensive lineman. But for me to join the Ravens last year and to be able to experience the type of person he was, the type of teammate he was in the locker room, I gained so much respect for him. Marshal is a guy who was always preparing himself at the highest level. He made sure he was always ready to go and prepared to play at the highest level possible.

"One thing about Marshal, on Sunday, is you didn't have to worry about him being ready to play. Every Sunday he was ready to go, he brought the energy, and he brought the competitive nature to our locker room. He's just a true warrior, a true dog that you want to be out on the field with. You don't want to play against him, but you want to suit up with him. That's for sure.

"Last year, the identity of our entire offense began with the offensive line, and that identity started with Marshal. He brought that physical mentality, toughness, smart play. He's just a guy who wanted to dominate the opponent on every single play, and he was relentless in the way he performed.

"I'm happy for Marshal, because he deserves to leave the game on his own terms. But selfishly, I wish I'd have gotten more than one year to suit up with him. He's amazing. He always had his teammates' backs, looked out for the best interest of his teammates, and when you have a guy who does all that, you don't have a choice but to elevate your own game to that level. Every person on that offense, every person on that team tried to match his intensity, and it made us all better for it."

K Justin Tucker

"Marshal is a first-ballot Hall of Famer, and that may be just a small part of his football legacy. He is the best example of what it means to be a great teammate – selfless, constantly working, relentless, tough, poised and incredibly skilled. He is an excellent leader. He made our team better in many ways and is one of the main reasons we have Super Bowl rings. Furthermore, and more importantly, he's a great friend and family man. I'm honored just to have had the opportunity to play with Marshal, and I'm grateful to call him a friend."

LS Morgan Cox

"Toughness and intensity are what come to mind when I think about Marshal. He has a 'get the job done, no excuses' approach to life and football. There are countless examples of his toughness over the years, but one that stands out is when he broke his ankle in 2017 and walked off the field under his own power like nothing was wrong. He is an intense competitor, and I found out quickly that I should never high-five him after a big play unless I was willing for my hand to be numb for the rest of the day.

"In the 2012 playoffs, we played in Denver, and it was negative 15 degrees outside. Marshal thought it would be a good strategy to cover his chest in water so it would immediately freeze and make it harder for defenders to grab him. He always put the team and winning first, no matter what extreme measures it may take. There is no one you want on your side more than Marshal when you're going into a fight. He's a great friend, teammate and person. I'm thrilled for him to carry the same intensity and focus into the next chapter of life."

P Sam Koch

"Marshal Yanda is first class in every way. It was an honor to watch how hard he played the game and the way in which he handled himself around the facility. He was an outstanding teammate and leader all throughout his career.

"Not often do you see a guy who, from the get-go, played the way he did and showed through example how to be a true professional. You look at somebody like Marshal, and you try to replicate everything he does. Whether it was in the weight room, during practice or in meetings, he had the utmost respect for his duty. He inspired everybody in our locker room.

"Marshal is a shoo-in for the Hall of Fame. Players who get picked for the Hall of Fame have every trait that Marshal Yanda does. They take care of their responsibilities, they are phenomenal in the public eye, they play with tenacity, and they want to become better every single day. Marshal Yanda is the epitome of what you'd call a Hall of Famer.