Former Tennessee Titans All-Pro safety Kevin Byard has said goodbye to the organization, to Nashville and to the fans.

Byard posted a touching statement on social media Monday, a couple of hours after news of the trade that sent him from the Titans to the Philadelphia Eagles was reported by multiple outlets.

The MTSU alum was traded for 2024 fifth- and sixth-round draft picks plus defensive back Terrell Edmunds.

Byard, the 8-year veteran and the defensive leader, posted "💙, KB" with the message on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.

"Before I start this new chapter, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for my journey so far," Byard said. "I want to thank Jon Robinson for drafting me and believing in me and Amy Adams Strunk for her unwavering dedication to our team. I was fortunate to have two incredible head coaches in Mike Mularkey and Mike Vrabel. Their leadership helped shape the player and person I am today, and I'll carry those lessons throughout my career.

"Thank you to my assistant coaches, strength staff, doctors, trainers, support staff, Titans employees, cafeteria workers, custodians, media and everyone who has helped me along the way. I see y'all putting in work every day, and we couldn't do this without you. I'm grateful for all of my teammates - my brothers - who had my back, kept me in check and pushed me to be better. It's been an honor to play alongside you these 7+ years.

"But the most special thanks go out to Titans fans. You embraced my family and me with open arms from day one, and it's a blessing to be a part of this community. The energy and passion you bring to every game is unmatched. Middle Tennessee truly became our home, and it always will be.

"It was a dream come true to be a Tennessee Titan."

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