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The Baltimore Ravens have signed kicker Jake Moody to the practice squad, creating direct competition for Tyler Loop. This move follows Loop's performance in the preseason finale, where he missed field goals of 58 and 51 yards. Despite the struggles, head coach Jesse Minter has expressed confidence in Loop, though the team is now actively evaluating their kicking options to refine the roster.
Michael Pittman is expected to be available for the Steelers' Week 1 opener against the Atlanta Falcons. GM Omar Khan confirmed Monday that Pittman, who missed most of August with a hamstring issue, is on track to play. Reports from ESPN corroborate that he is ready for action. Pittman remains a key target in the Pittsburgh offense alongside D.K. Metcalf, who is also expected to return from an undisclosed injury.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are bringing back Sean Murphy-Bunting. The veteran defensive back, currently associated with the Arizona Cardinals in team data, returns to the organization where he was previously known as a 'Grave Digger'.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed wide receiver Dean Patterson IV to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed defensive lineman Jayson Jones to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed guard Ben Scott to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed tight end Devin Culp to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed tackle Paul Rubelt to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed wide receiver Garrett Greene to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed outside linebacker Yasir Holmes to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed guard Henry Lutovsky to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed wide receiver Eric Rivers Jr. to their 16-man practice squad as part of a series of roster moves announced by the team.
Odell Beckham Jr. has officially earned a spot on the New York Giants' roster following a successful effort to rejoin the franchise. Expressing a deep emotional connection to his return, Beckham was moved to tears as he finalized his comeback. He has publicly stated his ambition to "rewrite" his history with the team and is focused on bringing a championship to New York, aiming to contribute meaningfully to the organization's success in this new chapter of his career.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed veteran linebacker Josh Woods from their practice squad to the active 53-player roster. The move was announced on Monday night as the team adjusted their linebacker depth.
The Atlanta Falcons have placed linebacker JD Bertrand on Injured Reserve. The move was announced Monday night alongside the signing of linebacker Josh Woods to the active 53-player roster.
Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers missed Monday's practice due to an undisclosed injury. Flowers had previously been sidelined last week, though head coach Jesse Minter stated at the time that the issue was "nothing major." His status remains a point of concern as the team prepares for upcoming action.
Malik Nabers remains uncertain for the Giants' Week 1 game against the Dallas Cowboys due to a surgically repaired knee. While Nabers reported feeling "real good" on Monday, he noted that he still has hurdles to clear before he is ready for game action. He remains non-committal about his availability, with the team monitoring his progress closely as they finalize preparations for the season opener.
Following the 2026 preseason, Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza is under intense scrutiny. Analysts note he has fallen behind in his development due to uneven play, leading to suggestions that he needs time to adjust to the NFL. Despite these concerns, NFL insiders have sparked speculation regarding his potential to ascend to the starting quarterback role in the near future. The team is currently evaluating his growth as they transition into the regular season phase.
Quarterback Shane Buechele has been signed to the Buffalo Bills' practice squad. The move was officially announced by the team on Monday as part of their post-roster cut adjustments.
Nick Allegretti was a subject of discussion during a recent press conference held by Commanders head coach Dan Quinn and GM Adam Peters. The briefing followed the team's final roster cuts, where leadership addressed the current state of the squad and expectations for the upcoming season.
