5 Destinations for Fred Jackson

Aug 29, 2015; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson (22) celebrates his run during the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

In what was a surprising move, the Buffalo Bills cut ties with long-time running back Fred Jackson today, as reported by the Buffalo News’s Vic Carucci. The Bills released him in their 75-man roster crunch-down as a courtesy to allow him more time to settle in with a new team, because he shouldn’t have too much trouble finding work despite being 34.

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Jackson averaged just 3.7 yards per carry last season for the Bills and is no longer an asset on the ground, but he can still help a team out due to his pass-catching ability. This is a guy who caught 66 passes last season, so teams in need of a check-down option out of the backfield should strongly consider calling him up.

Suddenly the best available running back on the free agent market, it’s only a matter of time before Jackson is linked to several teams, and here are five potential destinations for the one-time 1,000-yard rusher.

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