Detroit Lions Players React to Kyle Vanden Bosch’s Release

Sep 9, 2012; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Lions defensive tackle Corey Williams (99), defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch (93), and defensive end Cliff Avril (92) during the second half against the St. Louis Rams at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

News of Kyle Vanden Bosch’s release was not surprising considering the Lions need to find some room under the salary cap and KVB’s declining play. While they will be able to replace him on the field, his presence within the organization will be missed. That much is clear through the reaction of his now former teammates on twitter as the news broke.

Here are a few tweets:

Heard they just release the one guy that took me under his wing, a great teammate, a great person, my brother KVB…

— Cliff Avril (@cliffavril) February 5, 2013

I’ve had the honor to have played with Kyle Vanden Bosch for 6 years.He’s a true workhorse.KVB is the example of what being Pro is all about

— Stephen Tulloch (@stephentulloch) February 5, 2013

Kvb is the best pro I’ve ever been around.

— Andre Fluellen (@afluellen96) February 5, 2013

The fans, players and staff know how vital KVB was to the turnaround on our team and the growth of our dline. His leadership was huge…

— Lawrence Jackson (@LoJackson94) February 5, 2013

Playing with him showed me what it really means to work hard everyday on the field and in the meeting room. I’ve spent 3 years…

— Lawrence Jackson (@LoJackson94) February 5, 2013

Learning a new style of football and a new mentality playing the same spot as Kyle. If im fortunate to be brought back to the Lions…

— Lawrence Jackson (@LoJackson94) February 5, 2013

Most importantly I will help in the leadership void created by KVB’s departure and hope to provide the same relentless style of play…

— Lawrence Jackson (@LoJackson94) February 5, 2013

And consistent approach that he brought to the defensive end position on a daily basis and do whatever it takes to win #WildmanILoveYouBro

— Lawrence Jackson (@LoJackson94) February 5, 2013

They jus let go the heart and soul of the best dline in NFL, been a honor and privilege to play with the greatest leader in my career.

— SammieLeeHill (@SamMoi91) February 5, 2013