Pittsburgh, PA (SportsNetwork.com) – The Pittsburgh Steelers have released running back LeGarrette Blount, who reportedly left the field before the conclusion of Monday’s game against Tennessee.<\/p>\n
Multiple media outlets reported that Blount walked off the field before the end of the Steelers’ 27-24 win over the Titans, apparently upset over his lack of playing time. He did not receive a carry in the contest, as Le’Veon Bell racked up a career-high 204 yards on 33 rushes.<\/p>\n
“We believe the decision to release LeGarrette is in the best interest of the organization and wish him the best of luck,” said Steelers coach Mike Tomlin in a brief statement.<\/p>\n
Blount joined the Steelers in March on a two-year contract after a spending the 2013 season with New England. He got into immediate trouble with his new team after being cited for marijuana possession, along with Bell, in August.<\/p>\n
In 11 games this season, Blount rushed for 266 yards with two touchdowns. He had 10 carries in Week 9 against Baltimore and just five last Sunday in the loss to the Jets prior to Monday.<\/p>\n
The 28-year-old Oregon product spent his first three NFL seasons with Tampa Bay, rushing for 1,007 yards as a rookie in 2010.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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