Bengals release Simmons

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02/28/2007 - Cincinnati, OH (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Cincinnati Bengals have released linebacker Brian Simmons, who had spent each of his nine NFL seasons with the club.

Simmons was a first-round pick in 1998 and last season notched 78 tackles with two interceptions in 11 games. He missed five games because of a neck injury.

"This was not an easy decision to make," said Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis in a statement. "Brian has been a fine player on the field, and he has been a great example to all of our players as a team leader and a citizen.

"But a new NFL year is about to begin with the start of free agency, and this allows us to best position our team under the salary cap to move forward for 2007. It will afford us options for signing other players who are a better overall fit, given the strengths and needs of our current roster. This could include our own unsigned players, or players from other teams.

"We thank Brian for his years of great service for the Bengals, and we wish him the very best. We know he has been a favorite among our fans, and it has been our privilege to work with him."

Simmons played in 121 games with 115 starts for the Bengals, compiling 896 total tackles, 23 sacks, 11 interceptions, 14 forced fumbles and eight fumble recoveries. He led the club in tackles in 1999 and finished second six other times.

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