NFL roster cuts tracker 2026: Players released by all 32 teams at 53-man roster cutdown deadline
All 32 teams must trim their rosters to 53 players by Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. ET
The top 3
- Top 3 Shocking Veteran Releases: Peyton Manning was cut by the Colts in 2012 after a neck injury despite his legendary status, Jerry Rice was released by the 49ers in 2001 after 15 seasons, and Richard Sherman was cut by the Seahawks in 2018 despite being a key 'Legion of Boom' member.
- Biggest Pre-Season Hype Busts Cut: Tim Tebow was cut by the Eagles in 2015 after playing all four preseason games, failing to secure a roster spot despite significant media attention.
- Unexpected Rookies Who Didn't Make the Cut: Sometimes even high draft picks can be cut, like some third-round picks such as Kiran Amegadjie (Bears, 2024) and Bralen Trice (Falcons, 2024) who faced struggles or injuries early in their careers.
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