The Browns have released running back Rick Simpson.

The team announced the move on Wednesday.

The Browns announced that they have released RB Rick Simpson.

The move was made in response to the team’s decision to release RB Brandon Weeden.

Weeden, a fourth-round pick last year, signed with the Patriots last week.

Simpson, 27, signed a four-year, $26 million contract with the Browns on Aug. 11, 2013.

On Sunday, the Browns signed former New York Giants tight end Jason Witten to a one-year contract.

Weeden’s signing with the Texans was reported by ESPN.