Williams had a strong camp and even played ahead of Sean Tucker in a preseason game, causing some reporters to speculate that he could make the team’s 53-man roster over Tucker. While he likely earned himself a spot on the team’s practice squad if he clears waivers, Tucker remains the team’s RB3 heading into the season.
The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The draft pick going to the Packers is a 2028 sixth-round pick. After trading Quinn Ewers to the Jaguars, the Dolphins acquired their new backup QB in McCord, who had an impressive preseason. The Dolphins new GM and HC came from Green Bay this offseason and so did both of the quarterbacks on their active roster in McCord and starter Malik Willis. McCord was a sixth-round pick by the Eagles in the 2025 NFL Draft and is yet to appear in a regular season game.
Bad backup quarterback play was a staple of camp reports for the Jaguars, so they dealt for Quinn Ewers yesterday and will now eat $3 million in guaranteed money to cut Mullens. Mullens will look to catch on elsewhere as the roster dust settles.
Johnson was signed before the Bengals knew they’d be getting Joe Flacco back, but with Flacco in the fold they’ve decided to move on from the 40-year-old. Johnson looked solid enough in the preseason to find a role elsewhere, hopefully on a team he hasn’t been on before for Immaculate Grid purposes.
Jackson was a sixth-round pick this year but failed to show enough in camp or the preseason to crack the team’s final roster. He also missed time during the offseason while recovering from core muscle surgery, hampering his development. He could return on the team’s practice squad if he clears waivers.
The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Buechele, 28, has been a backup for years, spending time with the Chiefs and Bills. He was beat out by Kyle Allen, who will serve as the Bills’ QB2 this season.
Tinsley was a big hit last preseason and had an 8/116/2 receiving line last year in his age-26 season. He’s likely done enough to catch on someone’s practice squad, and perhaps has an outside chance of latching on to a 53-man roster. 2026 fourth-round pick Colbie Young likely squeezed Tinsley out of a roster spot.
Second-round pick Jacob Rodriguez has won a starting linebacker job. The 28-year-old Dodson will look to catch on elsewhere.
The news was first reported by NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. Stone spent the last two seasons with the Bengals, starting all 34 games. In that time, he racked up six interceptions, 10 passes defended and 185 total tackles. Stone could wind up on the Bills practice squad, but will hit the open market first to pursue potential opportunities with other organizations.
Jalon Daniels won the backup job in Tampa Bay. Browning was pretty unimpressive in 2025 and didn’t win a job over a rookie UDFA — it may not be easy for him to find a roster spot elsewhere.
It was subsequently announced that Jake Browning has been released. A UDFA out of Kansas, Daniels impressed during training camp and the preseason. He completed 27-of-44 passes for 239 yards, one score, and no interceptions. Daniels also ran for a touchdown. With Baker Mayfield set to hit free agency after this year, Daniels could be worth stashing in Superflex dynasty leagues.
Tampa Bay also waived/released WR Dean Patterson, WR Eric Rivers, DL Jayson Jones, S Rashad Wisdom, and DT Josiah Green. A 2024 seventh-round pick, Culp appeared in 13 games last year. He only caught one ball, but it was a six-yard touchdown. He is expected to sign with the Bucs’ practice squad if he makes it through waivers.
Terms of the trade haven’t yet been disclosed. The Jaguars drafted enough tight ends to push Long out of a job, but he’s generally been a pretty stellar blocking tight end over the course of his career. Long was once acquired in a deal involving Jalen Ramsey — this isn’t quite that, but he should stick on Arizona’s roster. He’s not particularly fantasy-relevant.
Abdullah appeared in 10 games for the Jags last year but only logged two defensive snaps. He was on the field for 176 special teams snaps. He should be able to find a home on a practice squad once rosters are settled.
The news was first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Aguilar joined the Jaguars in April as a UDFA from Tennessee, where he played one season. Aguilar turned 25 in June and is unlikely to be claimed by another team. Fowler adds that the Jaguars hope Aguilar returns to the practice squad, which seems like the most likely scenario.
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan caused some confusion earlier this week when he told reporters Kittle “took a step back.” Schefter cleared that up with his report Sunday morning that Kittle hasn’t had any setbacks in his recovery from a torn Achilles. According to Schefter, Kittle is expected to practice next week and still has a legitimate chance to play in Week 1’s game against the Rams in Australia. Fantasy managers could cover their bases by adding Jake Tonges in the event that Kittle isn’t active for the first game.
Lowry appeared in a dozen games for the Steelers in 2024. He was a backup on Pittsburgh’s stacked defensive line and only recorded one sack. Lowry suffered a torn ACL and missed the 2025 season but still re-signed with Pittsburgh this offseason. At 32 years old coming off a torn ACL, Lowry may struggle to find a spot on a 53-man roster before Week 1.
Pran-Granger has started two games for the Bills over the last two seasons after being picked in the fifth round in the 2024 NFL Draft.
This jives with what beat writers reported yesterday, but the coach saying it means we should probably expect Burden to be ready for Week 1. He’s a high-ceiling WR2/WR3 stab in drafts on an offense that Johnson has said wants to set the NFL scoring record.
With Miller cut and Quinn Ewers traded, the Dolphins currently have 2026 UDFA Mark Gronowski as their Malik Willis backup. It seems obvious they’ll add to the position in the next few days.
The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. A former starting linebacker with the Raiders, Roberts joined the Steelers earlier this month as linebacker depth. Without an injury, there ultimately wasn’t room for him on the 53-man roster. Roberts started 16 games for the Raiders last year and had 90 total tackles. He’ll hit the open market where he could get a call from a linebacker-needy team.
The news was first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. A former second-round pick by the Panthers in the 2021 NFL Draft, Marshall has now been cut from the worst wide receiver room in the NFL. Marshall signed a reserve/future contract earlier this offseason, but fell short in his bid to make the roster. He last appeared in an NFL regular season game with the Raiders in 2024.
The Colts released a statement noting that they were aware of the charges and are in the information gathering process. Allen was arrested in downtown Indianapolis after the Colts’ first preseason game around 1 a.m. ET. More updates to come, we’re sure, but obviously this is not a great look for Allen.
This is probably forecasting that Pacheco will be doubtful at best for Week 1. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues can speculatively pick up Saylors, who had 17 carries for 100 yards in Detroit’s win over the Colts on Saturday. Saylors led the UFL in rushing in 2024 and finished second in the league in 2025 before signing with the Lions that offseason.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler first reported the news. Dexter was finally traded after days of speculation that he could be on the move. Dexter had a career-high six sacks last year, but ultimately wasn’t a fit with the Bears defense. Falcons GM Ian Cunningham worked in the Bears front office when they made Dexter a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Entering the final year of his rookie contract, Dexter is eligible for an extension. With Da’Shawn Hand missing most of the preseason with a leg injury, Dexter could start right away for the Falcons.