NFL News: Falcons Cut Alge Crumpler and Six Others

The Falcons have begun their franchise makeover, and tight end Alge Crumpler was a casualty. (AP Images)

Looks like the Atlanta Falcons have begun the overhaul of their franchise. They've cut seven players including four time Pro Bow tight end Alge Crumpler.

Along with Crumpler the team also released quarterback Byron Leftwich, offensive tackle Wayne Gandy, cornerback Lewis Sanders, wide receiver Jamin Elliott, linebacker Marcus Wilkins and defensive tackle Rod Coleman.

"This is a difficult day for the entire organization," Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff said. "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. These decisions weren't easy, but we felt they were necessary to build a team in the long-term best interest of the Falcons and its fans."

Crumpler has had 316 catches for 4,212 yards and 35 touchdowns in his seven years with the Club.

Other NFL News

• Several sources have told ESPN.com that the Carolina Panthers are shopping running back DeShaun Foster for a trade.
• The Denver Broncos have placed wide receiver Rod Smith on the reserve/retirement list.
• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed Michael Bennett to a multi-year contract.

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