Football rosters are poised for a reduction to 53 players as coaches and players prepare for impending cuts in the NFL.
The NFL season is heating up, and teams are making moves to finalise their rosters. Let's take a look at some recent developments and the strategies being employed by NFL coaches and general managers.
In a surprising turn of events, the Minnesota Vikings have cut safety Lewis Cine without an injury designation. This move, along with the release of non-vested veterans who aren't waived with an injury designation, will subject these players to waivers.
The waiver order is a crucial factor in these decisions. The Cleveland Browns currently hold the No. 2 spot, followed by the New York Giants. However, an unexpected trade has shuffled the positions, with the Jacksonville Jaguars not being No. 2, despite the trade. The Tennessee Titans maintain their No. 1 spot for the first three weeks of the regular season.
Coaches and general managers are being selective when working the waiver wire. For instance, the Titans' coach Brian Callahan and general manager Mike Borgonzi have stated that they will only consider claiming a player if it is a real talent upgrade and presents an opportunity to help the team.
Meanwhile, Houston Texans head coach Lovie Ryans is already shaping the final 53-man roster. Ryans is not just focused on the Texans' roster but is also helping players to make the NFL.
Some players, like JuJu Smith-Schuster, are making a comeback after being released last year. Smith-Schuster, who was initially let go by the Patriots and then signed by the Chiefs, is now aiding younger receivers in Kansas City. After being cut by the Kansas City Chiefs last August, Kadarius Toney is another player looking to make a comeback.
The waiver claim percentages for the 2025 NFL season reflect the Titans' performance among teams with losing records. This higher priority and success rate are due to their position in the waiver order, based on their previous season's standings.
In the midst of these roster changes, it's important to remember that 1,184 players will receive a public rejection notice as teams reduce their training camp rosters from 90 to 53 by a 4 p.m. ET deadline on Tuesday.
Smith-Schuster, ever the mentor, believes that mentoring younger players is crucial for their future. He has been spending an hour after training camp practices working with backup receivers.
As the NFL season progresses, we can expect more moves and strategies from teams as they strive to build the best possible rosters.
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