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Shilique Calhoun release another hit to Spartans' 2016 draft class

Michigan State had five players drafted in 2016, the second most under Mark Dantonio.

Only one remains on an active NFL roster.

That's after former third-round pick Shilique Calhoun was released by the Oakland Raiders this week, after making just 18 tackles in two-plus seasons.

Calhoun cleared waivers and is eligible for the practice squad.

• Also this week, 2016 sixth-round pick Aaron Burbridge was released off injureld reserve by the San Francisco 49ers with an injury settlement.

• QB Connor Cook landed on the Carolina Panthers' practice squad last week after being cut by the Raiders.