Social Rewind - Thanks BA

Folks across social media salute Bruce Arians on his retirement.

Jan 01, 2018 at 03:30 AM

Brandon Naidus

Social Media Manager

Bruce Arians publicly announced his retirement on Monday, one day after leading the team to a win in Seattle to close out the season. The victory was his 50th as head coach of the Cardinals, which set a new franchise record. Arians spent 40 seasons as a coach, with the last five coming as the head coach for the Arizona Cardinals. Here are some of the reactions on social media to the announcement:

Your impact on our organization and our community has been more than what anyone could have imagined. Thanks for everything, @BruceArians! #ThanksBA

A post shared by Arizona Cardinals (@azcardinals) on Jan 1, 2018 at 11:25am PST

"It's been my pleasure to be your head coach." @BruceArians shared this message with the team after the game last night. #BeRedSeeRed #ThanksBA

A post shared by Arizona Cardinals (@azcardinals) on Jan 1, 2018 at 1:26pm PST

Coach @BruceArians is a true leader and class act whose contributions to AZ go far beyond the sport of football. Thanks for everything you do and congrats on an amazing career. #ThanksBA @AZCardinals https://t.co/hSzqWL6fay
— Doug Ducey (@dougducey) January 1, 2018

And thats a wrap. Hell of a career for my guy @BruceArians. Played for him for 3 different teams and the game is gonna miss him for sure. Loved playing for you boss enjoy retirement. pic.twitter.com/PO153sWEQt
— AQ Shipley (@aqshipley) January 1, 2018

Congrats to the best Coach I ever had the opportunity to play for. You gave me my first opportunity, my first game ball. The things you have taught me stick with me everyday. Winningest coach in Cardinals history. @BruceArians pic.twitter.com/vmIWQZNNQ5
— Kerry Taylor (@KerryTaylor15) January 1, 2018

#ThanksBA for all you’ve done in Arizona. You’re welcome at Chase Field anytime. https://t.co/d286NCAUKu
— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) January 1, 2018

Enjoy retirement, BA! Thanks for the memories. #AllAZ #ThanksBA https://t.co/iztvWR1dpt
— Arizona Coyotes (@ArizonaCoyotes) January 1, 2018

"It's been my pleasure to be your head coach." @BruceArians shared this message with the team after the game last night. #BeRedSeeRed #ThanksBA

A post shared by Arizona Cardinals (@azcardinals) on Jan 1, 2018 at 1:26pm PST

My favorite sports stat of all-time.

Virginia Tech Single-Season Rushing TDs by QB
1) Bruce Arians - 11 (1974)
2) Michael Vick - 9 (1999)
3) Michael Vick - 8 (2000)
4) Tyrod Taylor - 7 (2008)
— Andy (@AndyCarlsonShow) January 1, 2018

.@BruceArians is an outstanding leader who never gives up. Thank you for all you have done for the @AZCardinals & the entire state of #Arizona! #ThanksBA https://t.co/77Bnfeh3s4
— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) January 2, 2018

It was an honor to play for @BruceArians.. Congrats on retirement to an absolute football legend who’s done so much good for football and so many players.. Cheers BA. 🍻 pic.twitter.com/h6GxtY4ixG
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) January 1, 2018

Thank you @BruceArians for a wild ride on the winning side! 50 wins in 5-years...I would have loved to play under your watch but you would have cut me after my first fight. Love and respect, coach.
— Ron Wolfley (@wolf987FM) January 1, 2018

Thank you, @BruceArians, for 5 great, eventful & exciting years of @AZCardinals football! We love you! Wishing you nothing but continued blessings ahead for you & your family! ♥️
— Jordin Sparks (@JordinSparks) January 1, 2018

#ThanksBA @BruceArians for bringing the word "biscuit" into my football vocabulary and for doing things your way. Appreciate all you've done for the @AZCardinals and best wishes to you on whatever comes next.
— Dave Finnegan (@dfinnegan81) January 1, 2018

"I live life and call plays the same way. No risk it, no biscuit."

He did it his own way, to the very end. What a career for @BruceArians 👏

📺: #AFootballLife: Bruce Arians | TOMORROW (10pm ET) pic.twitter.com/J7nqqvDvpu
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) January 2, 2018

Thanks @BruceArians !!! I did this small edit for you also.

@AZCardinals #birdgang pic.twitter.com/jxKXi1kY1I
— Brandon Hypse (@BrandonHypse) January 1, 2018

THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES 😀

All the best to @BruceArians in retirement.

Thanks for reppin’ @virginia_tech so well!#ThanksBA #Hokies 🦃 pic.twitter.com/mbtS4aEKVf
— Virginia Tech Football (@VT_Football) January 2, 2018

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