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The New England Patriots have placed punter Bryce Baringer on injured reserve. Baringer will be eligible to return to the active roster in Week 5. Following the move, the team signed Mitch Wishnowsky to the practice squad to ensure punting duties are covered for the Week 1 opener.
Newly acquired offensive lineman Broderick Jones will compete for the Dallas Cowboys' starting right tackle position. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer confirmed during a Monday press conference that the competition for the starting role will be between Jones and Terence Steele. The team is looking to solidify their offensive line rotation as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Mitchell Tinsley, recently released by the Bengals, has signed with the Houston Texans. The move, reported by Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, comes as the Texans look to add depth to their wide receiver corps following the season-ending ACL injury to Jayden Higgins. Tinsley is expected to provide immediate competition for a spot on the roster.
Jayden Higgins has been ruled out for the season after suffering an ACL injury. Following his injury, the Houston Texans have been active in the wide receiver market, recently signing Mitchell Tinsley to bolster their depth at the position.
San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch stated that 'nothing has changed' regarding the status of Brandon Aiyuk. The wide receiver remains out of sight and out of mind for the organization as the team navigates his ongoing situation.
Following the decision to place punter Bryce Baringer on injured reserve, the New England Patriots have signed Mitch Wishnowsky to their practice squad. The team is adjusting their special teams unit as they prepare for the Week 1 opener.
The New York Jets released kicker Jason Sanders following a poor performance in the team's final preseason game where he missed two kicks. The team moved on by claiming Blake Grupe off waivers to take over the kicking duties. However, Sanders was back in the organization a short time later, as the Jets signed him to their practice squad to maintain depth at the position.
The New York Jets have claimed kicker Blake Grupe off waivers to compete for the starting role. This move follows the release of Jason Sanders, who struggled with missed kicks in the final preseason game. Grupe now has a clear path to the starting job as the team looks to stabilize their kicking situation. Despite the initial roster shuffle, the team remains focused on evaluating their options for the upcoming season.
The Buffalo Bills have added receiver and returner Greg Dortch to their practice squad. The move is viewed as a positive addition for the team, providing depth and versatility to their special teams and receiving corps.
The Las Vegas Raiders have waived Decamerion Richardson. The team is parting ways with the defensive back just two years after selecting him in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Los Angeles Chargers have placed linebacker Denzel Perryman on injured reserve. This roster move coincides with the team's procedural decision to terminate the contract of punter JK Scott, who was subsequently re-signed.
Interest in Carnell Tate remains high among the fanbase. Recent polls indicate that supporters are excited about his potential and development within the Tennessee Titans organization.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Lew Nichols III to their practice squad. This move was part of the team's final roster adjustments after keeping all 10 of their 2026 draft picks on the initial 53-man roster, forcing veteran players into practice squad roles.
Pittsburgh Steelers General Manager Omar Khan has confirmed the team's practice squad signings, which include Max Hurleman and Lew Nichols III. The Steelers successfully kept all 10 of their 2026 NFL draft picks on the initial 53-man roster, which necessitated the demotion of several veteran players to the practice squad.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Keaton Mitchell is not participating in full team practice as of Monday. Mitchell, who is dealing with an undisclosed injury, is currently working off to the side with a trainer as he manages his recovery. Further updates on his status will be monitored as the team prepares for upcoming activities.
The Tennessee Titans are waiving wide receiver Xavier Restrepo after he briefly made the 53-man roster. The move comes as the team makes four new roster additions. Restrepo is expected to land on the team's practice squad.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have added quarterback Easton Stick to their practice squad. The team opted to keep only two quarterbacks on their active roster, utilizing the practice squad to add depth at the position.
Noah Igbinoghene was a notable omission from the Seattle Seahawks' initial 2026 practice squad. The team has focused on retaining players from their preseason roster, leaving some veterans off the initial list.
The New England Patriots have released veteran K.J. Britt to accommodate the arrival of linebacker Darius Muasau, who was claimed off waivers.
The New England Patriots have released veteran Ben Brown to make room on the roster for waiver claim Cameron Latu. The move is part of the Patriots' ongoing adjustments to their 53-man roster.
