Patriots release CB J.C. Jackson, clear $14.375M in cap space

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The New England Patriots released cornerback J.C. Jackson Friday.

The move frees up $14.375 million of salary cap space, according to spotrac.com.

Jackson, 28, was acquired from the Los Angeles Chargers in October for his second stint with the Patriots. He played in eight games (six starts) and didn't intercept a pass.

Jackson had one pick in two games with the Chargers