The Atlanta Falcons cut veteran running back Steven Jackson two years into a three-year, $12 million contract.
Jackson dealt with injuries each season. He rushed for 1,250 yards and 12 touchdowns in two seasons. He caught 53 passes for 339 yards and a touchdown.
A former St. Louis Rams first-round draft pick, Jackson rushed for 10,135 yards and 56 touchdowns before joining the Falcons.
He caught 407 passes for 3,324 yards and eight touchdowns with the Rams.