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Reggie Wayne writes kind letter to Indianapolis Colts fans

By Cameron La Fontaine

Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) celebrates as he leaves the field following the game against the Denver Broncos in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Colts defeated the Broncos 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) celebrates as he leaves the field following the game against the Denver Broncos in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Colts defeated the Broncos 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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After the Indianapolis Colts chose to not offer Reggie Wayne a new contract, he’ll become a free agent and he wrote a touching letter to fans. 

Former Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne spent his last 14 seasons, and his entire career so far in a Colts jersey. The Colts did not pick up an option on Wayne this NFL offseason, making Wayne a free agent and he wrote a kind letter of thanks to his loyal Colts fans for all his years in Indy.

Here’s the letter in full courtesy of the IndyStar:

"With the 30th pick in the 2001 NFL draft, the Indianapolis Colts decided to take a chance on me. They allowed me to wear the horseshoe and represent the organization. With that pick they made my childhood dream come true. I bled blue and white for 14 years, and I was truly grateful for the opportunity to play a kids game week in and week out. Everyone who plays this game has to make a huge “sacrifice” to become the best football player they could possibly be. I laid it on the line every day and stayed committed to achieve the ultimate goal of winning a championship.During this same time, Jim Irsay and the Irsay family embraced me as one of their own. Jim’s door was always open to me no matter the situation or the circumstance. For that I will always be thankful. I am humbled to have had the opportunity to call myself a Colt.To Coach Mora, Coach Dungy, Coach Caldwell and the man I have known since my college days, Coach Pagano – you and your staffs always put in time to help me perfect my craft. You allowed me to evolve as a player on the field. You accepted me for who I am and trusted me to be a vital part of the team.To every teammate that has laced up with me throughout my Colts career – thank you for playing with heart, passion and dedication. We were successful because of our selflessness as we worked towards a common goal. We always treated each other with TRUST, LOYALTY and RESPECT.To the state of Indiana, Colts Nation and especially the 317 – thank you for making this my home away from home. As a Louisiana kid, I came from a community that really embraces its own, and Indianapolis did that with me from day one. That made my transition here all those years ago so easy, and now there are so many of you that I call my friends. I am going to miss the REG-GIE chants before every home game, where each time I felt like I got a personal “good luck” wish from each of you. My goal every game was to give everyone in the stadium and at home watching on TV all I could because all of you deserved nothing less. I can’t thank you enough for all the love and support all of you have given me.Thanks for everything Colts Nation!Reggie Wayne, #87"

Reggie Wayne has been a very impressive receiver for the Colts in his 14 years. He had nine seasons where he had over 1,000 yards receiving and had 10 or more touchdowns in three seasons. Wayne missed time in the last two seasons due to nagging injuries as the 36-year-old wares down. Reggie Wayne is a six-time Pro Bowler and hopefully he can find a new home this offseason.

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