The Philadelphia Eagles have announced they have released defensive end Connor Barwin.

Philadelphia will save $7.75 million in salary cap space by releasing Barwin, who was owed $8.35 million for the 2017 season. Barwin had two-years remaining on a six-year, $36 million deal he signed in 2013.

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Eagles general manager Howie Roseman released a statement thanking Barwin for his services to the organization.

"Connor Barwin is a tremendous teammate, player, and an even better person," Roseman said. "He represented the Philadelphia Eagles with class and integrity for the past four seasons and we appreciate his efforts both on and off the field.

"It’s rare to come across a player who invests so much of himself in the locker room, as a leader on the field, and with his relentless work ethic. His work in the community will have a lasting impact on our city that we can all be very proud of. Obviously this was a difficult decision for us but we wish him and his family all the best. On behalf of all of us we just wanted to say thank you and we all hope that our paths cross again in the future."

Barwin was signed by the Eagles as a 3-4 linebacker and was exceptional in the role, earning a Pro Bowl berth in 2014 after re wording 64 tackles, 14.5 sacks and five pass deflections. His value diminished after the Eagles switched to a 4-3 defense last season, as Barwin finished with just 34 tackles, 5.5 sacks and two pass deflections as a defensive end.

In his four seasons with the Eagles, Barwin finished with 31.5 sacks, 34.5 tackles for loss and 26 pass deflections, playing and starting in all 64 games.

With Barwin's release, the Eagles have a projected $18.85 million available in salary cap space.

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