"NFL Cutdown Day: Surprise Releases, Roster Updates, and Potential Waiver Wire Targets"
On NFL cutdown day, several surprising moves were made, including the release of quarterback Bailey Zappe by the Patriots, linebacker Christian Kirksey by the Texans, and linebacker Deion Jones by the Panthers. Additionally, the Cardinals released Colt McCoy, who was expected to start in place of the injured Kyler Murray, and the Colts released running back Kenyan Drake despite the uncertainty surrounding Jonathan Taylor's availability.