The Miami Dolphins are releasing veteran cornerback Byron Jones when the new league year begins on March 15, the team informed him on Tuesday according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
By designating Jones as a post-June 1 release, the Dolphins save $13.6 million in 2023, according to Spotrac. They will also take on $4.7 million in dead cap in 2023 and $10 million in 2024.
Jones' release was expected somewhat after he tweeted on Feb. 25 that he was no longer able to run or jump due to injuries he sustained over the course of his eight-year NFL career:
Byron JonesIt was an honor and privilege to play in the NFL but it came at a regrettable cost I did not foresee.