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Kansas City Chiefs' initial 53-man roster delivers some shocking results
The dust has officially settled on the Kansas City Chiefs preseason. After months of roster battles at pivotal positions, the Chiefs' front office and coaching staff have settled on the 53 players who deserved to make the active roster ahead of the league's mandated deadline on Sunday afternoon. Of course, those players who barely made the cut can't exactly rest easy at this point.
The Chiefs' initial 53-man roster for 2026 revealed after cuts
Things could shift by Week 1, but here is the active roster after the cutdown deadline passed: Notable cut: Chris Oladokun Notable cut: Emari Demercado Notable cut: Andrew Armstrong Notable cut: Tre Watson Notable cut: Left tackle Esa Pole Note: Omarr Norman-Lott will start the season on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list Notable cut: Emmanuel Ogbah Notable cuts: Cole Christiansen and Cam Jones Notable cut: Kader Kohou Notable cut: DeShon Singleton Previously u nder contract, not...
Fantasy Football Draft Advice: Bye Week QB Analysis & Targets
While bye weeks are an NFL team’s best friend, they are a pain in the neck for fantasy football players. The 2025 NFL season is several weeks away. Yet, now is the time to plan for bye weeks, especially at the quarterback position. Bye weeks begin in Week 5 and run through Week 14. However, no teams are on a bye in Week 13 because of the Thanksgiving triple header and the Black Friday game. With nine bye weeks to account for, fantasy players must do their homework and plan for bye week replacements.
NY Jets' Jaxson Dart rumors quashed with emphatic Justin Fields stance
Justin Fields is the guy, but for how long? The New York Jets believe in Justin Fields. A telling statement from general manager Darren Mougey confirmed that fact in no uncertain terms. Something that should also quash the rumors of a potential splash for one of the up-and-coming quarterbacks emerging from the college ranks this spring. Fields still has enough scope to improve further.
Steelers Were Very Surprised By Justin Fields And It Has Caused A Massive Problem
The Pittsburgh Steelers seemed to have two legitimate options for their starting quarterback spot for the 2025 season. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields were brought to Pittsburgh ahead of the 2024 season on bargain deals. Fields started the first six games, but when Wilson returned from a calf injury, he finished the season as the starter. Fields handled the benching like a professional, but it feels like he didn’t take a liking to that decision from Mike Tomlin.
Steelers Fans Get Terrible News As Justin Fields Ignores Organization's Offer
The Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback situation has been up in the air ever since the end of the 2024 season. Team President Art Rooney II was clear in saying that the organization would like to re-sign either Russell Wilson or Justin Fields to be the starting quarterback in 2025, but the franchise is strongly leaning towards Fields. The only issue is that Fields is expected to have a fairly strong market in free agency, and the quarterback is going to test the waters on what he can get.
Tomlin Tidbits: Everything Else Mike Tomlin Had To Say (November 26)
Mike Tomlin has his press conference early in the week before each game, breaking down what happened the previous weekend and focusing on the upcoming one. While we’ll write about the most notable things Tomlin had to say in separate articles, we’ll throw in a couple of smaller nuggets of information in this post—a one-stop shop for the rest of what Coach T. had to say. For the full press conference, visit the Steelers’ YouTube channel.
Dallas Cowboys Release DE Carl Lawson
The Dallas Cowboys have gone forward with the shocking release of defensive end Carl Lawson. Not that the move was crippling to the Cowboys, but there’s still a lot of imagination needed for what’s going to be next for this guy. Let’s give you all of the details and see how it shapes the future of the Dallas Company. Just days after signing with the Cowboys, on August 19, Lawson is now set to leave. That makes Lawson’s reversal of fortune quite sudden, but it certainly isn’t unusual.
Green Bay Packers make final cuts, finalize 53-man roster
The Green Bay Packers finalized their initial 53-man roster Tuesday as they prepare to make a run at the NFC North title in 2024. Green Bay went into what appeared to be rebuild mode in 2023, moving on from Aaron Rodgers and inserting 2020 first round pick Jordan Love under center. But with a good mix of veterans and youngsters on the roster, as well as quality play from Love, the Packers overachieved expectations.
Steelers Make Final Roster Cuts
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made the final round of their roster cuts, trimming their team from 90 to 53 just before Week 1 and as the roster deadline comes and goes. The team is locked in for the 2024 campaign and answered several questions with the release of their final cuts. Many will be asked to return to their practice squad this season, but for those who are not a vested veteran, they'll need to clear waivers over the next 24 hours.
Steelers Announce 53-Man Roster
The Pittsburgh Steelers' 53-man roster is officially set. For the first time in 2024, the black and gold roster is locked in, and this team has an identity for Week 1. Obviously, changes will come and moves will be made either through trades or signings, but the Steelers have their initial regular season roster. While there are always a few surprise cuts, the Steelers roster felt in place for some time.
Panthers place two DBs on IR with return designations
Carolina placed cornerback Dane Jackson and safety Sam Franklin on IR, applying return designations for both DBs. This will mean Carolina’s IR-activation count will drop from eight to six. The Panthers will follow the Colts, Jaguars and others in using both their IR-return moves before setting their 53-man roster. Both players will still need to sit out four games to open the season, but regardless of each’s return, they will count toward Carolina’s activation number as of Tuesday.
Steelers Keep ILB on PUP List
The Pittsburgh Steelers were hopeful Cole Holcomb would return following a season-ending injury in Week 9 against the Tennessee Titans last year, but the veteran linebacker doesn't appear any closer to contributing as his recovery has stagnated. As the Steelers scrambled to finalize their 53-man roster on Tuesday, it was announced that Holcomb would remain on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list to begin the season, meaning he'll miss at least the first four games of the year.
Steelers Place Rookie DB on IR
The preseason was not very kind to the Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie class. Rookie tackle and first-round pick Troy Fautanu made a brief appearance in the team's first preseason game, but left with an injury he's still recovering from. Now, another member of the 2024 draft class is expected to miss the entirety of the upcoming season. The Steelers placed defensive back Ryan Watts on injured reserve, ending his rookie campaign.
Report: Bears plan to cut preseason standout wide receiver
Veteran receiver Collin Johnson reportedly being targeted during 53-man roster cuts 53-man roster cuts have begun, and the Bears are looking to cut a receiver. Collin Johnson had a solid but short preseason with the Chicago Bears. Johnson showed he should get another chance as a pass-catcher in the NFL. Johnson played only one game but made the most of his time. The receiver caught three passes for 56 yards and two touchdowns on six targets. That said, the Bears have a logjam at receiver.
Bears Could Land Several Intriguing Cut Targets
The Chicago Bears wrapped up their preseason on Thursday, giving them additional time to finalize decisions for the 53-man roster. With some holes that need to be addressed on the roster, the Bears may look elsewhere for potential cut targets. Whether it’s experienced veterans or young players seeking a fresh start, plenty of talent will be available on the open market. Here are a few intriguing candidates the Bears could consider adding to the roster.
Steelers Cut Ties with Explosive Cornerback
The Pittsburgh Steelers released cornerback Zyon Gilbert, the team announced on Tuesday afternoon. Gilbert is a part of the last wave of cuts to complete the Steelers cut down from 91 players to 53. The move to sign Gilbert came after the club waived cornerback Kalon Barnes with an injury designation on Aug. 13. Gilbert, 25, is a 6-foot, 193-pound cornerback out of Florida Atlantic.
Eagles officially introduce an initial 2024 regular-season, 53-man roster
We made it! We're officially on the other side now. The 4 pm EST deadline has come and gone. Final roster cuts are complete. The Philadelphia Eagles have completed their roster build... for now. Another box has been checked. We were certain about 47 guys (and we nailed it). We're sure you did too. Next up... We begin piecing a 16-man practice squad together. Laekin Vakalahi is the 17th guy. He earns an international exemption. There weren't many surprises.
Cincinnati Bengals Announce Roster Cuts, Finalize Initial 53-Man Roster
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tanner McLachlan (84) makes a catch as Cincinnati Bengals safety Daijahn Anthony (33) makes a stop at Cincinnati Bengals training camp on the Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Albert Cesare/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK The Bengals made a flurry of roster moves on Tuesday to trim their roster to 53 players ahead of the 4 p.m. ET deadline. The Bengals placed Myles Murphy and Brad Robbins on injured reserve.
Falcons 53-Man Roster Takeaways: Heinicke Stays, Rookie & Preseason Standouts Cut
The Atlanta Falcons released their initial 53-man roster Tuesday, with the 4 p.m. deadline requiring teams to trim their rosters down from 90. Atlanta made several cuts that were perhaps surprising given preseason performances, while retaining a few others who were considered to be available. Here are four quick takeaways on the Falcons' initial release ...
Eagles discussed trading veteran CB; place two offensive weapons on IR
Bradberry surfaced as a trade candidate recently, and the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane notes the Titans inquired about the converted cornerback. Transitioning to safety, Bradberry has a history with new Titans DC Dennard Wilson. The new Tennessee play-caller coached Bradberry with the 2022 Eagles. Indeed, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini confirms Bradberry is on Philly’s 53-man roster. The Eagles are creating some space by using two early IR-return designations.
Chiefs add fourth tight end during 53-man roster cuts via low-cost trade with Cowboys
The Kansas City Chiefs love the tight end position, and it appears they're set to carry four of them on the 53-man roster to start the season. According to NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero, the Chiefs have sent a late-round conditional pick to the Dallas Cowboys for TE Peyton Hendershot, who they had planned to release. Hendershot, listed at 6-foot-4 and 245 pounds, is a former undrafted free agent out of the University of Indiana in 2022.
Dolphins star to start season on PUP list
Not expressing concern about Odell Beckham Jr.‘s status,Mike McDaniel will nevertheless see his preferred No. 3 wide receiver out of action for a while to start the season. Beckham is staying on the PUP list to open the year,NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report. The free-agency addition underwent an unspecified procedure before signing with the Dolphins, according to NFL.com, and he will miss the first four games as a result.
6 Detroit Lions make ESPN's Top-100 players list for 2024
The Detroit Lions have one of the best, and ultimately one of the youngest, rosters in the NFL. Any list of the best players in the NFL is going to have a good representation of Honolulu Blue, and with the preseason in the books ESPN has rolled out their list of the Top-100 players in the league for 2024. Here's how ESPN arrived at the list.
Jets pull off rare trade with bitter division rival in surprising move
Tuesday has seen an intra-AFC East trade take place between the Bills and Jets. Buffalo is acquiring cornerback Brandon Codrington from New York,NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports. Day 3 picks will be swapped in 2026 as part of the agreement. Codrington established himself as a strong option in the return game during his college career. He spent four seasons and five years at North Carolina Central, sitting out the pandemic-affected 2020 campaign.
Report: UDFA LB Joe Andreessen completes unbelievable story, makes Bills roster
It actually happened. There are likely more poetic ways to commence an article about an overlooked linebacker making his hometown NFL club just months after trying out as an undrafted free agent, but those three words go a long way in illustrating the surreality of what is now reality: it actually happened.
Texans release former top 10 draft pick amid roster cuts
Henderson’s rough start to his NFL career has continued with this latest move, as he simply cannot find a home for himself. It’s clear he has the talent to be a lockdown corner after his strong collegiate career at Florida, but for whatever reason, his play has not translated to the professional level, which has led to the Texans moving on from him.
Commanders agree to huge new naming rights deal
The Washington Commanders have announced a significant shift in their stadium’s identity, confirming a partnership with Northwest Federal Credit Union that renames their home field to Northwest Stadium. Previously known as FedEx Field, the stadium will adopt its new name following FedEx’s decision to end its naming rights contract earlier this year, ahead of the 2026 expiration. The change marks a new chapter for the stadium that has been a staple for the team since 1999.
Saints release ex-Jaguars starting RB
The New Orleans Saints made a roster move on Tuesday as they decided to release running back James Robinson. Robinson was with the Green Bay Packers last season before coming to the Saints in the offseason. He unfortunately didn’t make it to the actual season with New Orleans, and it will be interesting to see if he can find another team to play with before week one arrives. “The #Saints released RB James Robinson, per source,” Tom Pelissero said in a post.
Bucs Starter Returns To Practice
The Bucs had their smallest group of players at practice on Tuesday as the 53-man roster was set, but as they wait for other players to clear waivers and get put on the practice squad, Tampa Bay still has to wait another day for this to occur. Bucs Get A Boost With Jordan Whitehead Returning The good news, though, was one starting player who had been out for a long period of time during training camp was practicing with for Tampa Bay.
Bears release Caleb Williams’ backup
Rypien has been a journeyman for the last three years, mostly for the Denver Broncos. He had some playing time, although as mostly the third-string. Rypien has four career passing touchdowns to nine interceptions. This preseason could be a turning of the page for the former Boise State quarterback after his impressive showing. The move still is shocking, especially with how Rypien challenged Bagent for the second-string spot behind Williams. The Bears have their position locked up.
Texans surprisingly release CJ Stroud weapon
In a surprising move, the Houston Texans made a notable roster cut on Tuesday as they are trimming their roster from 90 players to 53 ahead of the regular season. Wide receiver Noah Brown, a veteran target for quarterback CJ Stroud, was among the players released by the Texans. Noah Brown, 28, was a former seventh-round pick by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2017 NFL Draft out of Ohio State.
Cowboys release ex-Jets standout, but there’s a catch
As NFL teams make cuts, some pretty solid players are finding themselves left off rosters. The Dallas Cowboys are not going to keep Carl Lawson, a 29-year-old edge with six years of NFL experience, on their roster. At least, that’s the case for now. According to Todd Archer of ESPN, the Cowboys are releasing Lawson less than two weeks after they initially signed him to a non-guaranteed deal. But he could stick around on the team’s practice squad, Archer noted.
Chargers release former 1st-round offensive lineman, star UFL quarterback
While the Jim Harbaugh signing understandably made lots of headlines and raised expectations for the franchise considerably, the Chargers don’t exactly have a juggernaut of a roster at the present moment, especially considering how difficult the AFC projects to be this upcoming season.
Packers cut Reggie Wayne’s cousin
The Green Bay Packers have waived wide receiver Jalen Wayne, cousin of NFL legend Reggie Wayne, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Jalen Wayne signed with the Packers on July 19, just days before the start of training camp, and wore jersey No. 2, but he didn’t record any receptions in Green Bay’s preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. An undrafted free agent in 2023, Wayne has had a transient NFL career, previously joining training camps with the Buffalo Bills and the Browns.
Panthers releasing former 2nd-round wide receiver
The Carolina Panthers, along with 31 other NFL teams, are making tough decisions for roster cuts as the 4:00 P.M. EST deadline approaches. After making two key additions to the PUP list, one major decision that came as a bit of a surprise was to release wide receiver Terrace Marshall. The Panthers are waiving Marshall ahead of the deadline for roster cuts, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.
Giants make final Tommy DeVito roster decision
On Tuesday, the head coach Brian Daboll and the New York Giants took another stride toward finalizing their initial 53-man roster for the upcoming 2024 NFL season. Daboll announced that the team would have three quarterbacks–Daniel Jones, Tommy DeVito, and Drew Lock–on the Giants roster when things get underway, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN on X, formerly Twitter. DeVito captured the hearts and minds of the football world last season when he stepped in following Jones’ season-ending injury.
Cleveland Browns Shockingly Cut Running Back, Potential Plan Revealed
Foreman was widely expected to make the roster and even see some time on the field until Nick Chubb returns from injury. He had a decent all-around preseason showing for the Browns. There is also the chance that Cleveland simply doesn't view him as a great fit. They could look into other options available on the trade market or in free agency. For the time being, Foreman is no longer a member of the Browns. That may change, but he was part of the official roster cuts that were made today.
Jaguars’ Mac Jones officially win backup quarterback job after CJ Beathard move
The Jacksonville Jaguars have made all the moves needed to reduce their roster to 53 players, including one that settled Jacksonville’s question about their backup quarterback behind Trevor Lawrence. Mac Jones and C.J. Beathard were battling for the job this summer, and Jones is the only one who has made it through cutdown day. While dealing with a groin injury, Beathard was released with an injury settlement on Tuesday.
New York Jets Become the New Betting Favorite to Win AFC East
New York moving to favorites on the sportsbooks is a good sign, as they were able to escape the preseason without injury. While the Jets might be favored, it won’t be an easy road to win the division. The Buffalo Bills come in with the second-highest odds to win the division, as they have been a very good team since Josh Allen took over as the starting quarterback.
Los Angeles Rams Trade Star LB Ernest Jones to Tennessee Titans
Rams general managed Les Snead said this spring that the team didn’t intend to extend Jones’s contract ( The Athletic). Los Angeles originally intended to enter the 2024 season with Jones as its team captain before the recent developments leading to the NFL news on Tuesday. As highlighted by Rodrigue, the Rams coaching staff became increasingly comfortable with the idea of trading Jones because of the emergence of linebacker Omar Speights.
Dallas Cowboys Waiving TE Peyton Hendershot
In what has turned out to be a shocking deal, the Dallas Cowboys are parting with Tight End Peyton Hendershot. It’s a move that comes as the team refines its roster in preparation for the 2024 NFL season. The Peyton Hendershot story began in Dallas in 2022. An undrafted free agent from Indiana University, he quickly started to make a name for himself. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 254 pounds, he impressed during his rookie season.
Rams’ Tyler Higbee Will Begin Season on PUP List
Higbee is still recovering from a torn ACL and MCL he suffered in the fourth quarter of the Rams' Wild Card playoff game against the Detroit Lions. Prior to the injury, Higbee was coming off one of the least productive seasons he has had. He collected 47 receptions on 70 targets for 495 receiving yards — his fewest since 2018 — two touchdowns, and an average of 10.5 yards per reception in 15 games.
Giants release ex-Pro Bowl wide receiver
Robinson signed with the Giants back in May after spending the 2023 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played in all 17 games for the Steelers last year but was not very productive, in part because of the poor play the team got from the quarterback position. Robinson had just 34 catches for 280 yards and no touchdowns. He was cut by Pittsburgh in March. The Giants were Robinson’s fifth team in 11 NFL seasons.
Report: Chiefs acquire TE Peyton Hendershot from Cowboys
NFL The New York Giants trimmed their roster down to 53 men to be in compliance with the NFL’s roster finalization deadline on Tuesday at 4 PM EST. There were surprising moves made by the Giants as they reshaped their roster in preparation for the start of the upcoming 2024-25 season.
Inside the Numbers: Full details of CeeDee Lamb's record-setting deal
The Dallas Cowboys have solidified their commitment to star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb with a monumental four-year contract extension worth a total of $136 million. This deal not only secures Lamb's future in Dallas but also establishes him as one of the highest-paid non-quarterbacks in the NFL. Here is a breakdown of the All-Pro's newest deal.
Beckham to Start Regular Season on PUP
Beckham has been dealing with an undisclosed injury that kept him from practicing with the Dolphins either in the offseason program or in the training camp. The move will keep Beckham out for a minimum of four games, after which he can return to practice at any point. Once Beckham starts practicing, the Dolphins will have a three-week window to put him on the active roster.
Ja’Marr Chase and Brandon Aiyuk still yet to sign a contract extension
In his three NFL seasons since being drafted No. 5 overall in 2021, Chase has recorded 1,000+ receiving yard seasons, helped lead the Bengals to the Super Bowl in 2022, and has been a dangerous weapon for Burrow, his college teammate from LSU. Brandon Aiyuk’s offseason has been slightly more newsworthy than Chase’s, as it was reported that Aiyuk requested a trade from the 49ers before the start of training camp in June 2024.
Bills make surprising decision with son of former All-Pro
The Buffalo Bills are throwing a curveball to mark this week’s NFL roster deadline. NFL journalist Jordan Schultz reported Tuesday that the Bills have decided to release running back Frank Gore Jr. The move comes amid Tuesday’s deadline to cut their roster down to 53 players. Gore Jr, the son of five-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro RB Frank Gore, had signed with the Bills this spring as an undrafted free agent out of Southern Miss.
Lions DL Mathieu Betts Waived
The Detroit Lions have made a decision on a popular defensive lineman who made waves in the Canadien Football League. Mathieu Betts, who recorded 18 sacks in 2023, has not made the team's initial 53-man roster. The 6'3, 250-pound defensive lineman recorded a career-best 44 tackles, (three for loss), three fumbles and a blocked punt last season.
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