ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons are releasing star defensive end Grady Jarrett, his Athletes First agent Todd France confirmed to WSBTV on Monday.
The Falcons selected Jarrett with the 137th pick in the 2015 NFL draft out of Clemson. He was a fierce, well-respected team captain during his 10-year tenure with the Atlanta Falcons.
According to ESPN stats, Jarrett totaled 496 tackles, 36.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, in his career.
He also had three sacks against quarterback Tom Brady in the Super Bowl 51 loss to the New England Patriots.
He was selected to two pro bowls and was a Walton Payton Man of the Year nominee.
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