Report: Falcons will 'likely' release RB Michael Turner
By
Brian Murphy,
Friday, February 22, 2013 5:23:12 PM CST FFToolbox.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Friday that it's "likely" the Falcons will release running back Michael Turner. He did not specify when the move will come. Turner's scheduled salary for next season is $6.9 million, and the team would save $6.4 million by releasing Turner.
The 31-year-old running back scored nine touchdowns last season, but he averaged just 3.6 yards with his 217 carries.
Fantasy Analysis:
The Falcons have been expected to release Turner before the start of next season; this report makes it feel like Turner's dismissal will come in a matter of days. It will be interesting to see what's next for Turner and the Falcons. Yes, he doesn't fit into their up-tempo offense. But I don't think Jacquizz Rodgers 
or really anyone else in that backfield is capable of being a lead running back in the NFL. So perhaps the Falcons bring Turner back as a short-yardage guy on a one-year, low-base contract. Just a thought.
Source:
Adam Schefter via Twitter
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Brian Murphy -
Los Angeles, CA
FFToolbox Fantasy Football Writer since 2002
I have played fantasy sports since 2001, specializing in fantasy football and baseball.
I wrote for FFToolbox from 2002-2005 and re-joined in 2009.
I am a journalism/mass communication grad student at Cal State University, Northridge. I am aiming to be a sports reporter for a website, newspaper, magazine, anything. I received my undergrad diploma from the University of Central Florida. I make my home in Long Beach, Calif.
While I grew up in California, my favorite football team has always been the New York Giants.
