Browns release QB Derek Anderson

CLEVELAND (AP) -The Cleveland Browns have released quarterback Derek Anderson.

Anderson made the Pro Bowl in 2007 when he threw 29 touchdown passes and led the club to a 10-6 record. But his career has been in a tailspin ever since. He lost his starting job to Brady Quinn last season, got it back when Quinn was injured but played poorly.

Anderson's release comes one day after the Browns acquired backup Seneca Wallace in a trade from Seattle.

The 26-year-old Anderson spent five seasons with Cleveland. He was due a $2 million roster bonus March 19.

Browns coach Eric Mangini said in a statement that Anderson did “everything we asked of him and it was a pleasure to coach such a competitive person.”