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The Cincinnati Bengals released backup quarterback AJ McCarron on Wednesday.
McCarron, 33, appeared in two games for the Bengals last season. He was signed to the active roster on Dec. 4 after spending most of the season on the team's practice squad.
He attempted just five passes, completing four for 19 yards. He served as QB2 behind Jake Browning to close out