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KGB Released from Packers

Story Created: May 21, 2009

Story Updated: May 21, 2009

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GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers released Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila, the franchise sacks leader, on Saturday.

The defensive end had been with the team for nine seasons and appeared in 124 games, starting 74.

He had 74 1/2 sacks for Green Bay, passing Reggie White's 68 1/2 in 2007.

General Manager Ted Thompson issued a statement Saturday, thanking Gbaja-Biamila for his contributions and wishing him well.

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Gbaja-Biamila also issued a statement, saying his time with the team has been a "blessing that is beyond words."

The team also activated defensive tackle Justin Harrell from the physically unable to perform list.

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