Watch: Charles Woodson addresses Raiders fans after last home game

In his brief remarks, Charles Woodson led the crowd in a “Raiders!” chant before thanking fans for welcoming him back to Oakland with open arms in 2013.

After Charles Woodson's last home game at the O.co Coliseum came to a close, he addressed Raiders fans and thanked them for their support. 

In his brief remarks, Woodson led the crowd in a “Raiders!” chant before thanking fans for welcoming him back to Oakland with open arms in 2013. 

He also told fans he was confident the Raiders would continue to improve over the next few seasons. 

"Just know that I will never leave you. Go Raiders." ~ @CwoodsonF#RaiderNationhttps://t.co/fRdAiaOGoq

— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) December 25, 2015

Earlier this week, Woodson announced that he would retire following this season. 

Woodson is in the third season of his second stint in Oakland. During his 18–year career, Woodson has played for the Raiders for 11 total seasons. He also played seven years in Green Bay, where he won a Super Bowl XLV title. 

Woodson is an eight–time Pro Bowler and three–time first–team All–Pro. 

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The Raiders beat the Chargers 23–20 in overtime. 

- Stanley Kay