The Atlanta Falcons have made several cuts to their roster Monday morning, according to multiple reports.
The Falcons plan to release veteran running back and former Pro Bowler Devonta Freeman. NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport first reported the news. ESPN also confirmed Freeman’s release.
Freeman was drafted by the Falcons during the fourth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He had a breakout season in 2015 as one of the league’s leading rushers in touchdowns.
The move will save the Falcons at least $3 million in the salary cap NFL.com reported.
The #Falcons are releasing RB Devonta Freeman, source says, saving more than $3M against the salary cap and moving on from their former starter.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Falcons also plan to release cornerback Desmond Trufant, according to NFL.com Tom Pelissero. Trufant was the Falcons’ first-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
According to @TomPelissero, the Falcons plan to release CB Desmond Trufant. https://t.co/l08bdzp3kV
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) March 16, 2020
Fans can expect NFL teams to make a lot of moves with the franchise tag deadline today and free agency starting in two days.
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