The Arizona Cardinals have released Daryl Washington, allowing the recently reinstated linebacker to sign with any team as a free agent.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Cardinals announced they were releasing Washington.
"After meeting with Daryl Washington, we have collectively decided it is best to release Daryl and give him the opportunity to continue his career elsewhere," the statement said.
The 30-year-old was conditionally reinstated to the NFL in April after a three-year absence where he had repeated violations of the league's substance abuse policy.