"Cap Ramifications: Cowboys Release Michael Gallup and Leighton Vander Esch"

TL;DR
The Dallas Cowboys have released receiver Michael Gallup and linebacker Leighton Vander Esch with a failed physical designation, saving significant cap space. Gallup had been given permission to seek a trade, but with no takers, the team opted for his release. Vander Esch's neck injuries are expected to lead to his retirement, ending his career after 65 starts and one Pro Bowl appearance.
- Cowboys release Michael Gallup, Leighton Vander Esch NBC Sports
- Sources -- Cowboys release Leighton Vander Esch, Michael Gallup ESPN
- Spagnola: Needing To Make All The Right Decisions DallasCowboys.com
- Cap ramifications as Cowboys release Michael Gallup, Leighton Vander Esch Cowboys Wire
- Cowboys release LB Leighton Vander Esch, WR Michael Gallup Deadspin
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