Jaguars release longest tenured player in roster cutdown

The Jaguars let go Tyler Shatley today after 10 seasons in Jacksonville. Shatley told reporters a few weeks ago that this would be his final season. And while he was cut today, it appears the door has been left open for him to return.

The Jaguars had to get down to 53 players on their roster by this afternoon’s deadline. Since injuries are inevitable in the NFL, Shatley could be called upon if needed at some point this season. It’s also possible that he might earn a spot on the team’s practice squad.

Doug Pederson and Trent Baalke met with the media this afternoon and were asked about Tyler Shatley and his status.

On what they can share about the decision to release OL Tyler Shatley

Baalke: Not at this time. He had a really good run here. Is that run over? That remains to be seen.

You just applaud-it's hard to stay in this league a year much less 10, so hats off to him and what he's accomplished. You never say never.

On if the conversation with OL Tyler Shatley about his release was tougher than other conversations

Pederson: Yeah, it is, because of his tenure and his commitment, the longevity that he's had here in Jacksonville. It's always hard. It's tough when they've been a staple in the community and on your team and in your organization for as many years as he has. I just appreciate his hard work. He is another one of those guys that kept working his tail off, right? Then we'd get an injury in the offensive line, and he would go in. He's just Mr. Reliable. It's tough to make those decisions.