Texans Announce Final Roster Moves To Get To 53
The Texans cut some big names on their way down to an initial 53-man roster. Here’s a look at all the moves they made: Released: Waived: Placed on IR (designated for return): Placed on IR: Placed on reserve/NFI: Placed on reserve/PUP: Placed on commissioner exempt/reserve/PUP: The Texans took some flyers
Titans cut WR Xavier Restrepo and 19 others, intend to sign DT Shy Tuttle
Wide receiver Xavier Restrepo was Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward’s top receiver at Miami last season, but he didn’t make it through final cuts with his college teammate. Restrepo was signed as an undrafted free agent this spring and he was one of 20 players cut from the Tennessee roster
Bills place first-round pick on IR after camp injury
The LCL injury Maxwell Hairston suffered early in training camp will indeed cost him at least four games. The Buffalo Bills set their initial 53-man roster Tuesday, and Hairston is heading to IR. Buffalo stashed the first-round cornerback on IR, with a return designation covering the rookie and offensive lineman
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Game Changer: [Team Name] Makes Bold Moves Ahead of Trade Deadline
As the trade deadline approaches, one team has emerged as the talk of the league: [Team Name]. Strategic and ambitious, they have made a series of bold moves that not only signal their intentions for the current season but also set the stage for a brighter future. Fans and analysts
Cowboys waive Deuce Vaughn, Will Grier, Traeshon Holden, among their moves
The Cowboys announced their moves to get to 53 players Tuesday. They made the trade of offensive lineman Asim Richards to the Saints official. They released 13 vested veterans: OL La’el Collins, OL Saahdiq Charles, OL Geron Christian, OL Hakeem Adeniji, CB Israel Mukuamu, DL Earnest Brown IV, CB C.J.
Dolphins, CB Rasul Douglas Agree To Deal
Frequent communication between Rasul Douglas and the Dolphins has produced a deal. The veteran cornerback is headed to Miami on a one-year contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. This pact is worth $3MM, Rapoport adds. A notable role in the secondary should await Douglas upon arrival despite the timing of this
DT Elijah Chatman, TE Greg Dulcich cut as Giants reach 53-player limit
Defensive tackle Elijah Chatman played 423 defensive snaps for the Giants in 2024, but he wasn’t able to survive cutdown day in 2025. Chatman, who also saw reps as a fullback, was waived by the Giants as they slashed their roster to 53 players on Tuesday. Chatman had 21 tackles
Five memorable moments from Tommy DeVito’s tenure with Giants
The undrafted free agent from Illinois rocketed into the national spotlight after a slew of injuries in the quarterback room forced head coach Brian Daboll to turn to the then-rookie midway through the 2023 season. DeVito’s story was the classic underdog tale, as the Italian-American kid from New Jersey led
RB Travis Homer, LB Amen Ogbongbemiga to IR as Bears reach 53 players
Running back Travis Homer and linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga are not on the Bears’ initial 53-man roster for the 2025 season, but they could be back later in the year. Both players were placed on injured reserve as part of the Bears’ final cuts on Tuesday. They were designated to return,
Browns To Release WR Diontae Johnson
Diontae Johnson‘s efforts to find a stable NFL home will likely not include time with the Browns. The veteran wideout is being released today, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero report. The wide receiver’s tumultuous 2024 included a bevy of transactions and multiple aims to be traded during that
Bills put first-round pick Maxwell Hairston on IR with designation to return
Bills head coach Sean McDermott said recently that it will be a while before cornerback Maxwell Hairston will be able to return from a knee injury and we learned on Tuesday that the first-round pick will miss at least four games. Hairston was placed on injured reserve with a designation
Could Travis Kelce’s huge announcement add more fuel to retirement rumors?
The engagement makes it apparent that Kelce, who turns 36 on Oct. 5, is ready to settle down. That could fuel more rumors about whether the 2025 season will be his last. In a story published Tuesday, ESPN’s Nate Taylor indicated the Chiefs are preparing for that scenario. And if
Tank Dell, Denico Autry land on reserve/PUP; Joe Mixon officially on reserve/NFI
The Texans officially placed running back Joe Mixon on the reserve/non-football injury list, and wide receiver Tank Dell, defensive end Denico Autry and defensive tackle Kurt Hinish on reserve/physically unable to perform. Those players will have to miss at least four games before returning, though Dell could miss the entire
Browns Name Dillon Gabriel Backup QB
The Browns’ QB situation has become much clearer in the coming days. Along with Joe Flacco being set to operate as the starter, the pecking order behind him has now been set. Head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Tuesday (via Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com) Dillon Gabriel will serve as the team’s backup quarterback. That news
RB MarShawn Lloyd to IR, WR Christian Watson to PUP as Packers set 53-man roster
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Recent roster moves cement 2022 QB class as one of worst ever
Finding a starting quarterback in the NFL is hard work, and most players who get picked at the position will not pan out as hoped. Teams that took quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft have found that out first hand, and some recent roster moves around the league have helped
Seahawks plan to have a Jalen Milroe package
The Seahawks really like rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe. They like him enough to give him a package of plays, despite being the backup quarterback. The news emerged unexpectedly, when coach Mike Macdonald was asked an unrelated question: “Could Milroe be a scout team quarterback?” “Of course,” Macdonald told reporters. “First
“Hot Takes and Cold Hard Truths: Unpacking This Week’s Red Zone Rumors”
In the world of sports, particularly during the electrifying football season, rumors circulate faster than a quarterback’s spiral pass. Each week, fans tune in not just for the games, but for the chatter surrounding trades, injuries, coaching changes, and everything in between. This week’s Red Zone Rumors feature some hot
Saints Name Spencer Rattler Starting QB
The Saints used a first- or second-round pick on a quarterback for the first time in 54 years, but despite Derek Carr‘s retirement, Tyler Shough will begin his rookie season as a backup. New Orleans has named Spencer Rattler as its Week 1 starter, the team announced Tuesday. The 2024
Howie Roseman on trading for Sam Howell: “We know the player really well”
The Eagles recently traded for quarterback Sam Howell, making Philly his fourth team in three full NFL seasons. Meeting with reporters on Tuesday, Eagles G.M. Howie Roseman explained the decision to make the deal with Minnesota for the 2022 fifth-round pick of the Commanders. “We know the player really well,”
Jets quickly give up on former third-round WR, set Aaron Glenn’s first 53-man roster
The New York Jets waived Malachi Corley after one season. Beyond that move, here is how Aaron Glenn‘s first roster moved to 53: Waived: DB Jarrick Bernard-Converse DB Dean Clark DB Jordan Clark QB Brady Cook RB Donovan Edwards DE Kingsley Jonathan G Kohl Levao K Harrison Mevis DT Payton Page
Chargers release Taylor Heinicke, trade for Austin Deculus
The Chargers have set their initial 53-man roster for the season and, as previously reported, it includes running back Najee Harris. It does not include quarterback Taylor Heinicke. The veteran was released and DJ Uiagalelei was waived, so the Chargers now have Trey Lance as their only quarterback behind Justin
NFL Minor Transactions: 8/26/25
Amongst a busy day of roster moves, here are some minor transactions outside of final roster cuts: Arizona Cardinals Buffalo Bills Green Bay Packers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Arizona, Buffalo, and Tampa Bay all made decisions to pull players off the active/physically unable to perform list in order to avoid them
2024 fifth-round pick Audric Estime waived as Broncos get to 53 players
The Broncos added a couple of running backs to the roster this offseason and their arrival helped push a 2024 newcomer off the depth chart in Denver. Audric Estime was waived ahead of his second NFL season. The 2024 fifth-round pick ran 76 times for 310 yards and two touchdowns
Why this former player has high expectations for Commanders
The Washington Commanders were one of the best stories in the NFL last season as rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels helped them win their first playoff game since the 2005 season. Not only did that 23-20 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers put an end to the league’s third-longest active playoff
Tee Martin: Lamar Jackson is ready to play his first game
Lamar Jackson didn’t play in the preseason, and he missed some practice time recently with a sore foot. Jackson practiced on Monday, though, and quarterbacks coach Tee Martin said Jackson is, without question, ready for the season opener. “About two weeks ago, I just got the sense he was ready
Packers Make Cuts, Set Initial 53-Man Roster
The Packers announced their initial 53-man roster as well as the following transactions: Released Waived Placed on IR (designation to return) Placed on IR Placed on reserve/PUP Despite his struggles to carve out a role in the NFL, Simmons made the 53-man roster in each of his first five seasons
Bucs LT Tristan Wirfs, WR Chris Godwin land on 53-man active roster
The Buccaneers have named their 53-man roster. (They haven’t, to date, disclosed the roster moves that got them there.) Two names on the active roster stand out: left tackle Tristan Wirfs and receiver Chris Godwin. Their presence means that they have passed physicals and won’t remain on the Physically Unable
Betting the Line: Expert Analysis of NFL Matchups
As the NFL season rolls on, fans and bettors alike find themselves analyzing matchups with increasing intensity. The thrill of football extends beyond the field as betting lines serve as crucial tools for those looking to capitalize on the action. In this article, we’ll dissect what betting the line entails,
Cardinals move first-round pick to reserve/PUP list
It will be a while before the Arizona Cardinals can see Walter Nolen in action. The calf injury that has kept the first-round pick on Arizona’s active/PUP list will now sideline him for at least four games. Upon setting their 53-man roster, the Cardinals are transferring Nolen to the reserve/PUP
Dolphins G.M. Chris Grier exits Competition Committee
The NFL has made adjustments to its various committees. For one of the most important committees, a significant change was made. Via Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal, Dolphins G.M. Chris Grier has exited the Competition Committee. He was not replaced. Via the NFL Operations website, the current members of
Broncos Place FB Michael Burton On IR, Cut 27 Players
The Broncos continued their (mostly) ongoing streak of UDFA rookies making the active roster. Linebacker Karene Reid has made the 53-man roster, marking the 21st time in the past 22 years that a college free agent has made the Broncos as a first-year player. The rest of the team’s moves:
Chiefs release Mike Pennel as they drop down to 53 players
Defensive lineman Mike Pennel played in every game for the Chiefs last season, but the veteran didn’t make it onto the initial 53-man roster this year. Pennel was released as part of a series of moves that the Chiefs made to reach the roster limit. Pennel started seven times last
Predicting which NFL teams will make QB changes and when
The New Orleans Saints announced their Week 1 starter on Tuesday, revealing that second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler had beaten out rookie Tyler Shough for the role leading the first-team offense. While it’s currently settled, we’d be surprised if we didn’t see Shough start at some point this season. The Saints
Brian Schottenheimer wants Micah Parsons to prepare for season “as soon as possible”
In nine days, the Cowboys face the Eagles in the first game of the 2025 regular season. It remains to be seen whether linebacker Micah Parsons will play. To have any chance to be ready to go, he needs to start practicing soon. It will be important for the Cowboys
Falcons Cull Roster To 53 Players
Released from IR with injury settlement Fuller, Harrison, and Henderson all have previous starting experience in the secondary, though Harrison has since converted to linebacker and exclusively played special teams last season. Fuller missed half of the 2024 season due to injury, while Henderson, a former top-10 draft pick, spent
Fantasy Football Frenzy: Top Sleepers and Busts to Consider for Your Lineup
As the fantasy football season heats up, managers are pouring over rosters, statistics, and projections in a bid to build the ultimate team. One of the key strategies to gain an edge over the competition lies in recognizing potential sleepers and busts. This article explores the top sleeper picks and
Ravens reduce their roster to 53 players
The Ravens reduced their roster to the NFL-mandated 53 on Tuesday. They released RB Myles Gaskin, DB Thomas Graham Jr., RB D’Ernest Johnson, WR Keith Kirkwood, WR Anthony Miller and DL Brent Urban. The Ravens waived CB Jalyn Armour-Davis, WR Jahmal Banks, S Beau Brade, OL Gerad Lichtenhan, WR Malik
Five UDFAs to watch as teams finalize initial 53-man rosters
Across the NFL, teams whittled their rosters down to 53 players on Tuesday. As always, there were plenty of surprises, including among undrafted free agents. With initial rosters set, here are five 2025 undrafted free agents to keep an eye on this season: Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker Much
NFL creates flag football “working group”
The NFL is all in for flag football. Via Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal, the league has created a flag football “working group,” which will focus on “all aspects of flag football.” “We felt that it was appropriate to dedicate a new working group to flag football given its
Bills Set 53-Man Roster
The Bills have set their initial 53-man roster after moving on from 25 players today. The team announced the following moves: Released: WR Deon Cain OL Dan Feeney S Darrick Forrest OL Kendrick Green CB Dane Jackson DT Jordan Phillips WR Laviska Shenault Waived: OL Jacob Bayer LB Jimmy Ciarlo
Robbie Chosen released, Brandon Aiyuk to PUP as 49ers reach 53 players
The 49ers made a number of moves involving wide receivers on their way to the 53-man roster limit on Tuesday. As expected, they moved Brandon Aiyuk to the reserve version of the physically unable to perform list. That makes him ineligible to play in the first four games as he
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Bills waive son of NFL legend despite impressive preseason
The Buffalo Bills have once again waived the son of an NFL legend following his impressive preseason. Frank Gore Jr., the son of former NFL running back Frank Gore, was waived by the Bills on Tuesday. The decision came as somewhat of a surprise, as Gore Jr. was impressive in
Sixth-rounders Cam Miller, Tommy Mellott among Raiders cuts on Tuesday
The Raiders acquired Kenny Pickett in a trade with the Browns this week and that left no room on the 53-man roster for sixth-round pick Cam Miller. Miller was one of the players waived on Tuesday as the Raiders reached the regular season roster limit. Pickett will back up Geno
Steelers Cut 13 Players, Set Initial 53-Man Roster
After slowly reducing their roster count over the past week, the Steelers officially got to their 53-player limit this afternoon. The Steelers announced the following transactions: Released: Waived: Waived/injured: Placed on IR (designated for return): The Steelers made a pair of relatively surprising cuts on defense. Beanie Bishop joined the
Seahawks announce their moves to reach 53 players
The Seahawks announced the moves they made Tuesday to reach the league-mandated 53-player roster limit. The trade of OT Michael Jerrell to the Falcons became official. The Seahawks released DT Quinton Bohanna, CB Shemar Jean-Charles, LS Zach Triner and WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling. They released CB Tyler Hall with an injury
The ‘2024-25 NFL starting quarterbacks’ quiz
With just over a week until the start of the NFL regular season, the New Orleans Saints were the only team remaining that hadn’t named a starting quarterback for Week 1. First-year head coach Kellen Moore ended competition for now, naming 2024 fifth-round draft pick Spencer Rattler QB1. Rattler started
Bengals trim roster to 53 players
The Bengals announced the moves they made to reach the 53-man roster limit on Tuesday afternoon. They include placing safety Daijahn Anthony (hamstring) and defensive end Cedric Johnson on injured reserve with a designation to return to the active roster. Tight end Erick All (knee) stays on the physically unable
Cardinals Move DL Walter Nolen To Reserve/PUP List
It will be a while before the Cardinals can see Walter Nolen in action. The calf injury that has kept the first-round pick on Arizona’s active/PUP list will now sideline him for at least four games. Upon setting their 53-man roster, the Cardinals are transferring Nolen to the reserve/PUP list.