Dolphins, Howard mutually agree to part ways

The Miami Dolphins have released running back Jordan Howard, head coach Brian Flores announced Monday, according to Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post.

Flores described the move as a mutual parting, Schad notes.

Howard recorded 33 rushing yards and four touchdowns over five games with the Dolphins.

The 26-year-old signed a two-year contract worth up to $10 million this past offseason.

The Indiana product was expected to be more of a factor in Miami's run game this season. Instead, Matt Breida, Myles Gaskin, and Salvon Ahmed have leaped over Howard on the depth chart.

Howard was a fifth-round selection of the Chicago Bears in the 2016 NFL Draft. He racked up 3,370 yards and 24 touchdowns on the ground during three seasons in the Windy City.