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Observations from the Raiders’ initial 53-man roster

Observations from the Raiders’ initial 53-man roster

Both Pete Carroll and Tom McMahon stated that special teams would play a factor in who would make the 53-man roster, and Dylan Laube is the greatest example of that notion. The second-year player is one of four running backs to make the initial 53-man roster, however he carved a niche on special teams that could help him see the …

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Analyzing Chargers’ initial 53-man roster: Unfinished product includes no long snapper

Analyzing Chargers’ initial 53-man roster: Unfinished product includes no long snapper

The Los Angeles Chargers announced their initial 53-man roster Tuesday, following the cutdown deadline. Emphasis on initial. The roster feels incomplete, and additional moves are likely ahead for coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz. They do not have a full-time long snapper on the roster. They only have eight rostered offensive linemen — and that is after making …

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Dallas still ‘open for business’ after making initial list

Dallas still ‘open for business’ after making initial list

FRISCO — The deadline has passed and now the initial 53-man roster has been set for the Dallas Cowboys. Well, the initial one. Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Tuesday that the team is always “open for business” when it comes to potentially improving their team. He called the waiver wire process, which will close at 11 a.m. on …

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Buffalo Bills release initial 53-man roster after making final cuts

Buffalo Bills release initial 53-man roster after making final cuts

Orchard Park, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills made their final cuts on Tuesday to get their roster down to the 53-player requirement by the 4 p.m. deadline. One of the biggest stories of training camp was the sensational play of third-year wide receiver Tyrell Shavers. The 26-year-old closed out the preseason with a remarkable one-handed touchdown catch last week against …

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Packers roster breakdown: 2 surprises and 6 other observations from initial 53

Packers roster breakdown: 2 surprises and 6 other observations from initial 53

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Packers announced their initial 53-man roster Tuesday afternoon, emphasis on “initial” since it could change as soon as Wednesday afternoon. Here are seven observations from the squad. Any surprises? The only moderate surprises when it comes to cuts were those of cornerback Kalen King and linebacker Kristian Welch. King, a 2024 seventh-round pick, stood out …

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5 takeaways from Browns’ initial 53-man roster: Dan Labbe

5 takeaways from Browns’ initial 53-man roster: Dan Labbe

Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel is No. 2 on the depth chart.John Kuntz, cleveland.com CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Browns cut down to their initial 53-man roster on Tuesday, adding some clarity at quarterback and kicker and hanging onto a few undrafted free agents. There’s always an emphasis on the word “initial” with this cut-down because there will be changes over …

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First look at the Broncos’ 2025 initial 53-man roster

First look at the Broncos’ 2025 initial 53-man roster

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The initial 53 is set. Following a series of roster moves, the Broncos have their initial 53-man roster in place for the 2025 season. The initial 53-man roster features 24 players on offense, 26 on defense and three specialists. Six of Denver’s seven 2025 draft picks made the roster, and the Broncos’ rich tradition of undrafted rookies …

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Eagles announce initial 53-man roster for 2025 season

Eagles announce initial 53-man roster for 2025 season

INITIAL 53-MAN ROSTER *Players listed in alphabetical order Sam Howell, Jalen Hurts, Tanner McKee Saquon Barkley, A.J. Dillon, Will Shipley, Ben VanSumeren (FB) A.J. Brown, Darius Cooper, Jahan Dotson, John Metchie III, DeVonta Smith Grant Calcaterra, Dallas Goedert, Kylen Granson Landon Dickerson, Fred Johnson, Lane Johnson, Cam Jurgens, Drew Kendall, Jordan Mailata, Matt Pryor, Tyler Steen, Brett Toth, Trevor Keegan, …

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Brian Schottenheimer discusses Cowboys initial 53-man roster

Brian Schottenheimer discusses Cowboys initial 53-man roster

FRISCO, Texas – The Cowboys and the other 31 teams across the NFL cut their rosters down to 53 players on Tuesday ahead of the 2025 regular season. It’s one of the most difficult days of the year for teams, coaches and players alike, as thousands of players around the league end up being waived or released, although some can …

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