Cut! These 30 great NFL players were released by their teams

Todd Gurley may have been a surprise cut by the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday afternoon, but he can take solace in being far from the only great player who’s been served his walking papers. Here’s a look at 30 of the best NFL players who have ever …

6. Emmitt Smith

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Even the biggest names in franchise history can be cut. The Cowboys released Smith in February 2003 after 13 great seasons in the D. He later landed with the Arizona Cardinals.