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CLEVELAND -- For eight seasons, DQwell Jackson did everything for the Browns. He overcame serious injuries to play at a high level. He led the team tackles. He became a locker room leader, showing the way for younger players. And, he did it all without complaint despite almost constant losing and change in Cleveland. Jacksons run ended Wednesday. The Browns released the veteran linebacker, cutting ties with one of their most popular players due a $4.1 million roster bonus next month. The 31-year-old Jackson, who made 96 starts in eight seasons with the Browns, is now a free agent and can sign with any team. Jacksons agents and Clevelands revamped front office tried to restructure his contract, but couldnt come to terms and decided to part ways. "We had positive discussion with DQwell and his agent over the last several days, and we came to the mutual agreement to go in different directions," said Browns general manager Ray Farmer, who was promoted into that role last month and had to make a tough decision on Jackson. "DQwell is the epitome of class, leadership and professionalism. Every day of his NFL career, DQwell has been a solid representative of the Browns and the city of Cleveland, both between the lines on Sundays and off the field in our area community. "We wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavours." Jackson overcame two serious chest injuries earlier in his career. He missed most of two seasons, but recovered and was a mainstay on Clevelands defence despite playing under four head coaches and four defensive co-ordinators. He signed a five-year, $42.5 million contract extension last year through 2016. The deal, which included $19 million in guarantees and bonuses, would have paid Jackson $3.93 million this season. He was set to make $7.73 million and $7 million the next two seasons. However, the Browns looked at his age and increasing salary, and although theyve got room under the salary cap, decided to make the change. The team wants to get younger, stronger and faster in its linebacking corps and Jackson no longer fit into their plans. Near the end of last season, Jackson said he would be "shocked" if he didnt come back. But now that the day has arrived, he can get a fresh start elsewhere. He thanked the Browns and their fans in a statement. "To the people of Cleveland and Browns fans everywhere: Eight years ago I began a journey that blessed me with the opportunity to be a part of a wonderful organization and community," Jackson said. "I want to take this time to thank each and every one of you for opening your arms and hearts to my family and me, and for making Cleveland an easy place to love and call home. Its been an honour playing in front of you. I also would like to thank the Browns players, coaches and staff for their tireless work and commitment. "From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all and will always carry you with me. For opening your arms and hearts to my family and me, and for making Cleveland an easy place to love and call home. Its been an honour playing in front of you." Roger Maris Jersey . Notes on P.K. Subban, Dale Weise, Erik Haula, Mikael Granlund, Ilya Bryzgalov and more. Chris Carpenter Jersey . -- During Kansas shootaround on Wednesday before the Jayhawks faced Oklahoma, coach Bill Self told Wayne Selden Jr. http://www.cardinalsrookiestore.com/Car ... ds-Jersey/. -- Rory McIlroy birdied his last two holes Thursday for a 7-under 63 to take the lead after one round of the Honda Classic. Stan Musial Jersey .Y. - His opponent couldnt stop him, and LeBron James didnt quite know what to think when his coach tried. Miles Mikolas Jersey . The team announced the defensive coordinator will not be offered a contract extension.OBERHOF, Germany -- Tatjana Huefner of Germany ended teammate Natalie Geisenbergers season-long winning streak by hanging on to win a luge World Cup and moving into second in the points standings on Saturday. Huefners two-run time was 1 minute, 23.925 seconds, 0.016 seconds ahead of Geisenberger. Germans also finished third and fourth, with Dajana Eitberger and Anke Wischnewski in those spots. Still, its just about inevitable that Geisenberger -- a winner in the seasons first six races -- will claim her second straight points championship. Her lead in the standings over Huefner is 194 points, with a maximum of 200 left to be earned in the seasons last two World Cups before the Sochi Olympics. Canadas Alex Gough, who had a tiny mathematical chance of cattching Geisenberger entering the weekend, was fifth.dddddddddddd Only Geisenberger and Huefner remain in the running for the season crown. This will be the 16th straight season that a German woman has captured the points title, and the 26th time in 36 years overall. The mens singles race is scheduled for Sunday. In doubles, the German duo of Toni Eggert and Sascha Benecken posted the fastest time in both heats, winning in 1:23.212. They were 0.379 seconds better than fellow Germans Tobias Wendl and Tobias Arlt. Wendl and Arlt could still wrap up the overall season points title next weekend in Altenberg, the next-to-last stop on tour before Sochi. Russias Vladislav Yuzhakov and Vladimir Makhnutin were third, another 0.018 seconds back. 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