The Chicago Bears made two waiver claims, signing linebacker D’Marco Jackson and cornerback Jaylon Jones, and signed 15 players to their practice squad as part of their roster adjustments for the 2025 season.
The Denver Broncos finalized their 53-man roster and are filling their 16-man practice squad with a mix of veterans and rookies, while also managing waiver claims and releases, including signing several players to their practice squad and losing some to other teams.
The article discusses potential candidates for the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad following the initial 53-man roster cut, highlighting players who could be claimed, those who should make it, and fringe contenders, emphasizing the fluid nature of roster building and the importance of practice squad players for team depth and development.
The Detroit Lions highly value their practice squad, emphasizing its role in team stability and player development, with a focus on trusting familiar players and scouting new talent through waiver claims, currently managing a roster that includes key players like Trystan Colon and Tom Kennedy for the 2025 season.
The New England Patriots are finalizing their roster for the 2025 NFL season, with ongoing moves including waiver claims and building a 16-player practice squad, featuring potential additions like Terrell Jennings and Alec Lindstrom.
The Washington Commanders, having finalized their roster, are considering adding players through the waiver wire, especially at quarterback, center, linebacker, cornerback, and edge positions, with potential targets including Tyler Huntley, Chad Muma, Jalyn Armour-Davis, and Bradyn Swinson, among others, to strengthen their depth and address specific needs.
The Buffalo Bills have finalized their 53-man roster for 2025, and are now in the process of filling their practice squad with players who cleared waivers, including Jordan Phillips, Keonta Jenkins, Jimmy Ciarlo, Kendrick Green, Keleki Latu, and Stephen Gosnell, among others.
The Denver Broncos waived fifth-round pick Audric Estime and several other players as they trimmed their roster to 53 for the 2024 season, following the addition of new running backs and roster adjustments.
The Green Bay Packers finalized their 53-man roster for the 2025 NFL season, keeping 11 defensive backs, 11 defensive linemen, and a mix of draft picks and undrafted free agents, while placing key players on injured reserve or PUP list. Notable moves include trading for offensive lineman Darian Kinnard and retaining several undrafted rookies for a third season. The roster features a strong presence of Georgia Bulldogs and a focus on special teams contributions.
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced their initial 53-man roster cuts, waiving players including undrafted rookie Beanie Bishop and third-round pick DeMarvin Leal, while placing cornerback Cory Trice on injured reserve.
The Steelers finalized their 53-man roster by waiving, terminating, and placing players on injured lists across various positions, completing their roster adjustments for the season.
The Jacksonville Jaguars reduced their roster to 53 players ahead of the 2025 NFL season, waiving 28 players, releasing five, and making several injury-related moves, with all released players eligible for the practice squad.
Wide receiver Terique Owens, son of Hall of Famer Terrell Owens, was waived by the 49ers after scoring a touchdown in the preseason, as the team finalized its 53-man roster.
Making an NFL roster is a significant achievement, with Packers GM Brian Gutekunst carefully balancing veteran experience and youth in final roster decisions. The process involves tough choices, strategic trades, and understanding the human element behind each player’s journey, emphasizing that every roster spot is a milestone for players regardless of their draft position or background.
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.