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Aaron Smith letter says thank you and shows major class

Found March 11, 2012 on Bleed Black & Gold:
PLAYERS: Aaron Smith
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Steelers
Aaron Smith put out a letter today in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette saying thank you for his years here in Pittsburgh.  I can not say enough about how well this was written so I will let the letter speak for itself. Dear Steelers Fans, As of today, I am no longer a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers. I leave the field and Steelers with no regrets, and am grateful to have played for such a tremendous organization. I feel truly blessed to have spent my entire professional career in the best town, playing for the most loyal fans who have loved and supported myself and my family. The last 13 years of our lives have been special because of the people who cheered me on, and I am truly fortunate to have been a part of the Steelers, the City of Pittsburgh and the Steelers Nation. You have opened your arms and your hearts to us as a family and we will never forget that. Your support, enthusiasm, love and dedication are gifts I will carry with me my entire life. I may no longer be on the Steeler...
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