Packers release El Pasoan RB Aaron Jones

Update: The Packers officially announced the release of RB Aaron Jones. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the news Monday afternoon.

"We want to thank Aaron for his unwavering commitment to the Packers and the community over the past seven seasons," Gutekunst is quoted as saying in a news release Monday. "It is certainly one of the hardest decisions we've had to make in my time with the Packers and not one taken lightly. He has not only had a significant impact on the field and in the locker room, but he is one of the most beloved players in the community. We wish nothing but the best for Aaron and his entire family moving forward."

Jones' former coach with the Packers, Matt LeFleur also spoke out following the news.

"Today is a tough day for the Packers and our community. As good of a player as Aaron is on the field, he is an even better person," LaFleur. "When I arrived in Green Bay as a first-time head coach, he was instrumental in establishing our winning culture and always served as the greatest example of what it meant to be a Packer. Aaron will always be one of the best players I had the opportunity to coach. He, his son, Junior, his mom, Vurgess, and his family will be missed."

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- ESPN is reporting that sources are telling reporters that the Packers are set to release Aaron Jones.

ESPN reports that Jones, who was drafted by the Packers in 2017, took a $5 million pay cut to stay with the Packers last year.

There is no word on where the 29-year-old could go next.

The Packers are reportedly looking to sign 26-year-old Josh Jacobs as Jones leaves.