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The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed defensive tackle Brodric Martin from the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad, following two practice squad moves by the Chiefs involving Malik Herring and Jimmy Holiday. Martin, a 26-year-old former third-round pick, was waived by the Lions and briefly played for the Chiefs, and now must stay on the Steelers' active roster for at least three weeks.
The New York Jets traded defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick, a 2026 second-round pick, and defensive tackle Mazi Smith, strengthening the Cowboys' interior defensive line.
The Dallas Cowboys acquired star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the Jets in a significant trade involving multiple draft picks, aiming to bolster their defense and contend in the short term, while the Jets are rebuilding with a focus on acquiring draft assets for a future franchise quarterback. The trade received a B+ grade for the Cowboys and an A for the Jets, reflecting strategic moves by both teams amid their respective rebuilding and contending efforts.
The Dallas Cowboys are finalizing a trade to acquire Pro Bowl DT Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets, sending a 2026 second-round pick, a 2027 first-round pick, and DT Mazi Smith in return. Williams, under contract through 2027, will bolster Dallas's defensive line, reuniting with former coach Aaron Whitecotton. The Jets will receive the better of Dallas's two 2027 first-round picks. This move follows another recent Cowboys trade for LB Logan Wilson, as owner Jerry Jones emphasizes strategic moves without overextending.
The Kansas City Chiefs have officially re-signed defensive tackle Mike Pennel, releasing Malik Herring to make room on the roster. Pennel, 34, was previously released before the season and had a brief stint with the Cincinnati Bengals. The Chiefs traded for Derrick Nnadi, leading to Pennel's release, but he has now rejoined the team, bringing experience from four Super Bowl appearances.
The Kansas City Chiefs are considering a bold move to strengthen their defensive line before the NFL trade deadline, potentially acquiring free agent Christian Wilkins, a talented but controversial former Dolphins player, amidst other trade options to bolster their roster for a playoff run.
The Baltimore Ravens signed international defensive tackle David Olajiga from London to their practice squad, filling the spot left by C.J. Okoye, who moved to the active roster. Olajiga, who has yet to play in an NFL game, previously spent time with the Rams and Patriots on practice squads.
Colby Wooden, a versatile defensive lineman for the Green Bay Packers, is emerging as a potential starting nose tackle due to team needs and his performance in training camp and preseason, despite a mixed past performance and concerns about his size and run-stopping ability.
Kenny Clark, traded from the Packers to the Cowboys, aims to prove he's a better player in 2024 after playing through a foot injury last season, with the Cowboys optimistic about his health and performance.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived defensive tackle Desmond Watson as part of their roster cuts to meet the 53-man limit, after he struggled with health and weight milestones during training camp.
The Cincinnati Bengals released defensive tackle Taven Bryan and waived 10 other players as part of their roster reduction before the NFL deadline, with Bryan having previously played for the Colts, Jaguars, and Browns.
Steelers rookie DT Derrick Harmon is 'week-to-week' with a knee injury sustained in preseason, with no surgery needed, and his return depends on further assessment; the team is considering roster options if he misses regular season games, while also managing other injury recoveries and focusing on improving penalties.
Steelers rookie DT Derrick Harmon suffered a sprained MCL in a preseason game, with an estimated recovery of about a month, potentially starting the season on injured reserve. Meanwhile, veteran Cam Heyward returned to full practice amid ongoing contract negotiations.
The Jets acquired defensive tackle Harrison Phillips from the Vikings in a trade involving multiple draft picks, adding depth to their defensive line. Phillips, who has played for the Bills and Vikings, is under contract through 2026 and has a history of solid performance with 207 tackles and 6.5 sacks over the past three seasons.
The Buffalo Bills have overhauled their defensive line with a focus on versatile defensive tackles, including their second-round pick T.J. Sanders from South Carolina, who shows promise as a strong pass-rusher and run-stopper, potentially contributing significantly in the upcoming season.