With the new coaching staff in place, the Atlanta Falcons will have a big re-tooling of their roster this off-season. One of the guys that makes the most sense as an “odd man out” is Steven Jackson.
Jackson’s tenure with the Falcons has been disappointing as he rushed for 543 yards in 2013 and 707 yards in 2014 and failed to average more than 3.7 yards per carry in either season. He caught 49 passes in 2013 but only 27 in 2014 totaling less than 200 yards receiving in each of the last two years.
ESPN has more info on why Jackson will likely be released:
The move would save the Falcons $3.75 million against the salary cap. And the Falcons no doubt want younger, fresher legs in Shanahan’s offense.
Shanahan will implement a zone-blocking scheme that relies on offensive linemen capable of running and running backs capable of making that quick one cut for explosive runs.
[ESPN]
