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The Jaguars have released Parnell.

The same official tweet that delivered the news regarding the right tackle also noted that the Jaguars parted ways with Malik Jackson, Tashaun Gipson, Carson Tinker and Carlos Hyde. Cutting Parnell saves the team $6 million in cap space for 2019, with the moves collectively freeing up plenty of cash in advance of free agency. QB Nick Foles is the most obvious fit for Jacksonville on that front, now that additional financial resources have been freed up.

Parnell (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Parnell was already ruled out for Week 16, his second consecutive absence, so it is no surprise the Jaguars opted to send him to IR. He will now set his sights on the 2019 season.

Parnell (knee) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Parnell will miss his second straight game with the knee injury. Josh Wells (knee) was activated off injured reserve prior to Week 15 and should again start at right tackle for the Jaguars.

Parnell (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Redskins, Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL reports.

Parnell was unable to practice this week due to the knee issue and will miss his first game of the season. Corey Robinson could grab the start at right tackle, though Josh Wells (groin) -- who is eligible to return off injured reserve -- could also be activated and take over.

Parnell's injury has been diagnosed as a knee issue, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Doug Marrone said Parnell is "pretty banged up" and his status for Sunday is in serious question. The depth for Jacksonville's offensive line would take a serious hit if Parnell sits out, as they'd be left with only one starting offensive lineman against Washington.