Redskins Release Cornerback Josh Norman

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 01: Josh Norman #24 of the Washington Redskins after his game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on December 01, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
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The Washington Redskins released Cornerback Josh Norman from the team Friday, as reported by NBC Sports Washington.

The announcement came four seasons after Norman signed a five-year, $75 million contract with the team.

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Norman said Head Coach Ron Rivera called him Friday morning to tell him he was being released from the team.

β€œIt’s their choice not mine,” Norman told NBC Sports Washington. β€œNow I can start something new and fresh.”

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