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The Seattle Seahawks have released cornerback Trevon Diggs as part of their roster moves to reach the mandatory 53-man limit. While his release was confirmed on deadline day, reports indicate the team has a specific plan in place for him moving forward, with expectations that he will be signed to the practice squad.
The Seattle Seahawks have moved running back Zach Charbonnet from the active/PUP list to the reserve/PUP list due to a knee injury stemming from a January ACL tear. He will be sidelined for at least the first four games of the 2026 season. While a recent rule change may allow him to practice sooner than in previous years, he is officially designated to miss the start of the campaign while he continues his recovery.
The Las Vegas Raiders have traded center Jordan Meredith to the New York Jets. Meredith, who played 45 games for the Raiders, was moved on Sunday afternoon as teams across the league made final roster adjustments. Although the Jets' initial 53-man roster announcement on Sunday did not include him, he was acquired as part of the team's roster-building efforts.
Baker Mayfield remains the starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The team has finalized its depth chart by naming undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels as the primary backup, following the release of veteran Jake Browning. Mayfield continues to lead the offense as the team sets its initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season.
Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels has secured the primary backup quarterback position for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers behind starter Baker Mayfield. Following an impressive training camp, the team released veteran Jake Browning to clear the path for Daniels. Although he started 45 games during his college career at Kansas, Daniels enters the 2026 regular season with no prior NFL experience.
Myles Garrett is set to anchor the Los Angeles Rams' defensive line alongside Aaron Donald, who has officially ended his two-year retirement. While the pairing has generated significant buzz, including praise from head coach Sean McVay, Garrett was observed working on the side during Sunday's practice. The team is currently preparing for the 2026 season, banking on this high-impact defensive tandem to anchor their front seven.
The New York Jets have placed rookie draft pick VJ Payne on injured reserve as they finalized their initial 53-man roster on Sunday. The move comes as part of the team's roster management strategy following the conclusion of the preseason.
The New York Jets have placed rookie draft pick Anez Cooper on injured reserve as they finalized their initial 53-man roster on Sunday. The move comes as part of the team's roster management strategy following the conclusion of the preseason.
The Detroit Lions have waived rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer as they finalized their 53-man roster. Despite gaining momentum during the preseason and appearing on the roster bubble, Altmyer was released after Josh Dobbs secured the team's backup quarterback position. The decision marks the end of Altmyer's tenure with the Lions as the team sets its final depth chart.
The Dallas Cowboys have released offensive lineman Shiyazh Pete as they finalized their 53-man roster. Pete, a former Kentucky standout, gained national attention as the first Navajo player to sign an NFL contract and for his viral post-game speech during the preseason. Despite his popularity as a feel-good story, the team opted to waive him ahead of the league's deadline.
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua returned to practice on Sunday after missing nearly three weeks due to a psoas injury suffered on August 11. Despite an ongoing NFL review regarding his status, Nacua has not been placed on paid leave by the league. The team is currently awaiting further clarity from the NFL as they finalize their roster, but his return to the field marks a significant step forward as the Rams prepare for the upcoming season.
The Carolina Panthers have waived linebacker Trevin Wallace, who served as a starter for the team last season, as part of their roster cutdowns on Sunday.
The Arizona Cardinals have placed running back James Conner on injured reserve due to a foot injury. Conner has been given a designation to return, meaning he will be eligible to rejoin the active roster later in the season. According to John Gambadoro, the veteran back will miss at least the first four games of his 10th season as the team finalized its roster to the 53-player limit on Sunday.
The Kansas City Chiefs have waived quarterback Chris Oladokun while finalizing their 53-man roster. The team will carry three quarterbacks into the 2026 season, but Oladokun is not included in that group.
The Kansas City Chiefs have released defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah as part of their efforts to set the initial 53-man roster.
With the release of Tyler Goodson by the Atlanta Falcons, Brian Robinson faces no immediate threat to his position as the team's No. 2 running back.
The Atlanta Falcons have released running back Tyler Goodson. Despite earlier speculation that he could challenge for the No. 2 running back role, the team opted to move on from him during roster cutdowns.
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell will begin the 2026 season on injured reserve with a designation to return. Dell remains sidelined as he continues to recover from a knee injury suffered in December 2024. Confirmed by the Houston Chronicle, the move ensures he will miss at least the first four games of the season while he works toward his return.
Tutu Atwell has been traded to the Los Angeles Rams as part of a transaction involving running back Jarquez Hunter, who was sent to the Miami Dolphins. The trade occurred just days before the Dolphins opted to waive Hunter. Atwell's acquisition was highlighted as a key move during the Rams' 53-man roster finalization, bolstering the team's depth as they set their roster for the 2026 season.
Undrafted linebacker Wesley Bailey has successfully earned a spot on the Los Angeles Rams' 53-man roster following an impressive preseason performance. His inclusion was confirmed as the team finalized its roster for the 2026 season, marking a successful transition for the undrafted rookie into the team's star-studded lineup.
