The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released former Pro Bowl defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth.
Defensive lineman surplus to requirements in Tampa
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth.
Haynesworth, who the Bucs claimed off waivers after he was released by the New England Patriots in November, had 20 tackles in seven games for the franchise.
"I appreciate Albert playing for us after some key injuries this past season," Tampa Bay general manager Mark Dominik said in a statement.
"He was very professional and we now wish him all the best as he moves forward."
Haynesworth was taken with the 15th overall pick of the 2002 draft by the Tennessee Titans, where he spent seven seasons and went to the Pro Bowl in 2007 and 2008.
He signed a seven-year, $100 million contract with the Washington Redskins ahead of the 2009 season but failed to perform up to expectations.
Following several run-ins with Redskins coach Mike Shanahan and issues about conditioning, Haynesworth was traded to the Patriots last season but was placed on waivers after six games.
