Broncos release Kareem Jackson after roster exemption expires

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson, who was suspended twice this season, ejected from two games and fined a total of 89,670 for repeated violations of unnecessary roughness rules this season, was released Monday by the Broncos.

The Broncos faced a 4 p.m. ET deadline Monday to either add Jackson to the team's 53-man roster or release him. Multiple sources said Monday afternoon the Broncos now hope to bring Jackson back to the team's practice squad if he cleared waivers Tuesday.

The 35-year-old has started 69 games for the Broncos over the last five seasons, including eight this year. Jackson returned to practice this past Wednesday after…