Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. is stepping away from the team "to take care of personal family matters," he announced via social media Tuesday.
Minutes after Jones shared his statement, the Lions disclosed a series of roster moves that included his release from the team.
"I just want to say that I have so much love and respect for the Ford Family, the city of Detroit, my teammates and coaches," he wrote. "Although this was no easy decision, I cannot be the person/player that I need to be for this team as well as tend to my family from afar. This organization has been amazing showing love and support for myself and my family over the years and this time is no different. For that I am appreciative. To my brothers and coaches, I will be rooting for you every step of the way! This is the year! Go get it!!!"
Jones notched five catches for 35 yards for the Lions as depth piece for the team's receiving corps. Although he wasn't previously listed on the injury report, he joined running back David Montgomery and offensive lineman Jonah Jackson in a group of players that were ruled out early for Detroit's 38-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.
The former Lions receiver returned to his former team on a $3 million deal in March.
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