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The article discusses NBA roster updates and player performances, highlighting Drew Timme's strong Summer League showing with the Nets, Knicks rookie Mohamed Diawara's impressive play, Paul George's knee surgery and its potential impact on the Sixers, and A.J. Lawson's standout Summer League performance for the Raptors.
The San Francisco 49ers have activated safety Talanoa Hufanga from the Injured Reserve, while downgrading defensive lineman Nick Bosa to out for their game against the Chicago Bears. Additionally, offensive lineman Aaron Banks has been downgraded from questionable to out. The team also made several other roster adjustments, including promotions and activations from the practice squad.
The Seattle Seahawks have claimed safety AJ Finley off waivers from the Los Angeles Chargers, waiving defensive end Myles Adams to make room on the roster. Additionally, the Seahawks adjusted their practice squad by signing cornerback Ryan Cooper and receiver Cornell Powell, while releasing cornerback Faion Hicks and running back Brittain Brown. Finley, an undrafted player from Mississippi, has played 370 special teams snaps and 69 defensive snaps in his NFL career.
Atlanta United has announced its roster moves for the upcoming 2025 MLS season, exercising contract options on four players, including Brad Guzan and Santiago Sosa, while declining options on six others. The club is negotiating potential returns for Ronald Hernández, Jamal Thiaré, and Tyler Wolff. Additionally, Dax McCarty and Quentin Westberg are retiring, and Daniel Ríos' loan will end. The MLS offseason activities, including the trade window and expansion draft, are set to begin in December.
The Boston Red Sox are considering roster moves to protect players eligible for the Rule 5 Draft, including former All-Star Michael Fulmer, who is recovering from surgery and could be a bullpen asset in 2025. The team must decide by the 6 p.m. deadline, as their 40-man roster is currently full. Other candidates for protection include prospects Hunter Dobbins and Jhostynxon Garcia, while players like Yordanny Monegro and Blaze Jordan are also under consideration.
The NFL has set the 2024 salary cap at $255.4 million per club, providing relief for the Chargers and easing compliance concerns. With the additional cap space, the team can consider extending core players like Keenan Allen and Khalil Mack, potentially achieving immediate compliance and making roster moves more manageable. The increased cap indicates a positive outlook for the league's financial situation, suggesting a potential opportunity for longer-term investments in player contracts.
The New York Giants have adjusted their roster ahead of their season finale against the Eagles by placing safety Jason Pinnock on injured reserve due to a toe injury and filling the roster with quarterback Jacob Eason and tight end Tyree Jackson from the practice squad. They also elevated placekicker Mason Crosby and offensive tackle Yodny Cajuste to compensate for other injuries, including Tyre Phillips' quad tendon tear and Tyrod Taylor's back injury.
The Denver Broncos have placed right tackle Mike McGlinchey on injured reserve, activated undrafted rookie Alex Palczewski off injured reserve, signed undrafted rookie cornerback Art Green to the active roster, and elevated safety Devon Key from the practice squad. These moves come ahead of their season finale against the Raiders and follow safety Delarrin Turner-Yell's placement on injured reserve due to an ACL injury. Palczewski and Green will have the opportunity to prove themselves, while Key will add depth to the safety position.
The San Francisco 49ers have activated return specialist Ray-Ray McCloud from the Injured Reserve ahead of their regular-season finale, while placing tight end Ross Dwelley on IR. McCloud's return is timely for the playoffs, as the team looks to solidify their special teams. The 49ers, who have already secured the top seed, may rest key players like Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey against the Rams, who are also resting starters despite the potential to improve their wild-card seeding. McCloud's ball security is a notable asset for the 49ers as they prepare for their postseason run.
The Green Bay Packers have made several roster moves ahead of their crucial game against the Chicago Bears, including activating TE Luke Musgrave and RB Emanuel Wilson from the injured reserve. They released CB David Long Jr. and placed S Rudy Ford on the injured reserve. Rookie WR Grant DuBose was also elevated to the gameday roster due to injuries among the receiving corps. These moves come as the Packers face a win-and-in scenario for the playoffs.
The Green Bay Packers have made five roster moves ahead of their season finale against the Chicago Bears, including activating TE Luke Musgrave and RB Emanuel Wilson from injured reserve, placing safety Rudy Ford on injured reserve, elevating WR Grant DuBose from the practice squad, and releasing CB David Long. These moves come as the team adjusts for injuries and aims to strengthen their lineup for the crucial final game.
The Chicago Bears have placed center Lucas Patrick on injured reserve due to a calf injury, ruling him out for the season finale against the Packers. In corresponding moves, the team signed cornerback Greg Stroman Jr. to the active roster and flexed center Doug Kramer Jr. and cornerback Christian Matthew from the practice squad.
The Washington Commanders have placed three cornerbacks—Kendall Fuller, Christian Holmes, and Tariq Castro-Fields—on injured reserve ahead of their season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. The team has also signed defensive tackles Abdullah Anderson and Benning Potoa’e from the practice squad for additional depth, with Jonathan Allen also ruled out due to a knee injury. Additionally, cornerback Nick Whiteside II has been elevated from the practice squad, and there may be further roster changes pending the health status of three questionable players for the upcoming game.
Detroit Lions nose tackle Alim McNeill is set to return from injury for the season finale against the Minnesota Vikings, as the team makes roster adjustments, including cutting tight end Anthony Firkser and defensive tackle Isaiah Buggs. The Lions are preparing for the game with a healthier lineup, with fullback Jason Cabinda also expected back, while edge rusher James Houston may return for the playoffs. However, receiver Jameson Williams and defensive tackle Benito Jones are dealing with illnesses, and tight end Sam LaPorta has an ankle injury but is expected to play.
The Detroit Lions have released veteran defensive tackle Isaiah Buggs, a move that, while not entirely unexpected, still comes as a surprise given his previous two-year contract and high standing with the team. This decision is part of the tough roster choices the Lions face as they prepare for the playoffs and make room for players returning from injured reserve. The news was discussed live by commentators, who also reflected on the emotional impact of such cuts on both the players and the coach, Dan Campbell. The full conversation is available on YouTube and podcast feeds.