Falcons release Crumpler, six others
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons released
four-time Pro Bowl tight end Alge Crumpler and six other players
today in the first step of a major rebuilding job in the
post-Michael Vick era.
The Falcons also cut quarterback Byron Leftwich, defensive
tackle Rod Coleman, offensive tackle Wayne Gandy, cornerback Lewis
Sanders, wide receiver Jamin Elliott and linebacker Marcus Wilkins.
Thje team's new general manager, Thomas Dimitroff, said, "This
is a difficult day for the entire organization. A number of these
players have contributed to this organization on and off the field
at a high level, and we greatly appreciate their efforts."
None contributed more than Crumpler, one of the team's most
respected players and a leader in the locker room. He twice led the
Falcons in receptions and had a streak of four straight Pro Bowl
appearances from 2003-06.
But Crumpler was plagued by knee problems this past season and
dropped off to 44 receptions. Also, he counted $5.1 million against
the salary cap for 2008, money the Falcons felt could be better
spent elsewhere.
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