Raiders release Crabtree ahead of signing Nelson

The Oakland Raiders released wide receiver Michael Crabtree after three seasons, the team announced Thursday.

That makes room for a new addition, as the Raiders are reportedly signing former Green Bay Packers receiver Jordy Nelson to a two-year, $15-million deal.

Crabtree produced his lowest yardage output as a member of the Raiders in 2017 and was suspended for one game for his latest encounter with Aqib Talib.

The Raiders will save around $7.7 million in cap space by parting with the veteran receiver, according to Spotrac.