Fans React to Damon "Snacks" Harrison Twitter Thread

Former Lions defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison says Detroit was not a good fit for him

Former Lions defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison spoke out on Twitter Wednesday in a series of posts. 

The veteran defensive lineman answered several questions from fans wondering why the defense struggled mightily in 2019 and his thoughts on being released suddenly. 

"The Detroit Lions just wasn’t a good fit for me so I had to move on. The extension wasn’t what y’all think it was. I’ll speak more on it when I retire ... no need to now. My teammates know what happened," Harrison tweeted.

Reaction from fans ranged from highly supportive to critical of Harrison for sharing his thoughts about his contract and the organization.  

Detroit will now be tasked with replacing a significant portion of its defensive line, as the team could also move on from Mike Daniels and A’Shawn Robinson.

Harrison was traded to the Lions during the 2018 season by the New York Giants.

His impact on the Lions' defense was felt almost immediately along the defensive line. 

Detroit's run-blocking instantly improved once Harrison arrived.

Unfortunately, a season ago, he was unable to replicate his early success in Detroit.

He struggled with injuries throughout 2019, and expressed that he was seriously considering his options following a disappointing campaign.

The toll of playing hurt caught up with Harrison, who had to wipe away tears on several occasions during his talk with reporters following Detroit's season-ending loss to Green Bay.

"My mind is saying yes, but my body is saying no," Harrison said in reference to the possibility of him returning for 2020.

Here are some of the responses to Harrison's thread of tweets Wednesday:

Man.. it hurts being a fan of a team that treats players like shit. Happens over and over again and nothing we can do about it. Hope for the best with your future endeavors Snacks

— Stone Tanner  (@stone_tanner1) March 11, 2020

There is tea to be spilled, but he's holding onto it right now because he still wants to play and doesn't want to hurt his pockets.

— Wee Shirefolk (@WeeShirefolk) March 11, 2020

@snacks I will definitely miss you on the line of defense.I wish you much success and thank you for what you gave of yourself in Detroit and the time away from your family to do so.
Respect you and i will continue to cheer you on the rest of your H.O.F. career. God Bless!!

— Gene Cole (@GeneCol91775286) March 11, 2020

Respect my man. 👊

Good luck in wherever your journey takes you

— Bada Bing, Bada Boom (@srein00) March 11, 2020

As a Michigander, no sweat man. Detroit’s Lions is the worst organization in sports history. Why risk your life for the worst organization in the history of organized athletics? Stay safe out there.

— Mike Marvaso (@Migilini) March 11, 2020

It’s a darn shame.....every guy leaves here, on bad terms.

I wish you a better season elsewhere, and blessings.

— Travis Bickle (@daletwittin) March 11, 2020