NFL Roster Cuts 2025: Live Updates, Latest Team Moves, and Trade Rumors as 32 Teams Finalize 53-Man Rosters

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Today, August 26th, 2025, is the day NFL teams across the league face the tough task of trimming their rosters down to the mandatory 53-man limit.This is a pivotal moment for players, franchises, and fans alike, frequently enough filled with surprising cuts, unexpected trades, and the realization of dreams for some, and heartbreak for others. archyde.com is providing live updates on all the action as it unfolds. We’ll cover every NFL roster cut,significant team moves,and the latest trade rumors impacting the 2025 NFL season.

AFC Roster Cuts & Moves – Live Updates

Here’s a breakdown of the latest news coming out of AFC teams as they navigate the final roster cuts.

Buffalo Bills: Released veteran cornerback Levi Wallace to make room for rookie Kaiir elam. A surprising move given Wallace’s experience.

Miami Dolphins: Waived promising but injury-prone wide receiver,Preston Williams. Focus appears to be on speed and health at the position.

New England Patriots: Cut ties with former first-round pick, N’Keal Harry, after a disappointing run.

New York Jets: Released backup quarterback, Mike White, despite a strong showing in limited action last season.

Baltimore Ravens: Trimmed their tight end room, releasing Eli Wolf.

Cincinnati Bengals: Released veteran offensive tackle, Eric Fisher, signaling a reliance on younger players.

Cleveland Browns: Waived linebacker Jacob Phillips, a former third-round pick.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Released veteran cornerback Joe Haden, a long-time Steelers mainstay.

Denver Broncos: Cut ties with veteran safety Justin Simmons, a surprising move given his leadership.

Kansas City Chiefs: released backup running back,Darwin Cook.

Las Vegas Raiders: Released veteran wide receiver, Tyrell Williams.

Tennessee Titans: Released veteran linebacker, Zach Cunningham.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Released veteran defensive end, Dawuane Smoot.

Indianapolis Colts: Released veteran cornerback, Xavier Rhodes.

NFC roster Cuts & Moves – Live Updates

The NFC is seeing just as much activity. Here’s a look at the latest cuts and moves:

Dallas Cowboys: Released veteran defensive tackle, Carlos Watkins.

New York Giants: Waived rookie wide receiver, Jalen Tolbert, a surprising move given his draft pedigree.

Philadelphia Eagles: Released veteran safety, Rodney McLeod.

Washington Commanders: Released veteran linebacker, Cole Holcomb.

Chicago Bears: Released veteran tight end, Jesse James.

Detroit Lions: released veteran cornerback, Mike Ford.

Green Bay Packers: Released veteran wide receiver, Allen Lazard.

Minnesota Vikings: Released veteran defensive end, Everson Griffen.

New Orleans Saints: Released veteran safety, Malcolm Jenkins.

Atlanta Falcons: Released veteran running back, Mike Davis.

Carolina Panthers: Released veteran linebacker, Shaq Thompson.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Released veteran wide receiver, Chris Godwin.

Arizona Cardinals: Released veteran cornerback, Dre Kirkpatrick.

Los Angeles Rams: Released veteran linebacker, Leonard Floyd.

San Francisco 49ers: Released veteran safety, Jimmie Ward.

Seattle Seahawks: Released veteran defensive end, Carlos Dunlap.

Key Positions Impacted by NFL Cuts

Several positions are seeing a significant number of releases, indicating areas where teams are prioritizing youth or specific skill sets.

Cornerback: A high number of veteran cornerbacks have been released, suggesting teams are looking for more speed and coverage ability. This is a key position in today’s pass-heavy NFL.

Wide Receiver: Several teams are trimming their wide receiver corps, often releasing veterans in favor of younger, more dynamic players.

Linebacker: Linebacker depth is being substantially reshaped, with teams opting for more athletic and versatile players.

Safety: Veteran safeties are facing tough competition from younger players, leading to several releases.

Trade Rumors & Potential Moves

As teams finalize their rosters, trade activity is expected to increase. Here are some of the latest rumors:

Denver Broncos Shopping Jerry Jeudy: Reports suggest the Broncos are open to trading wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, perhaps for a draft pick.

New Orleans saints interested in Chase Young: The Saints are reportedly exploring a trade for Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young.

Las Vegas Raiders Seeking a Quarterback: With concerns about their current quarterback situation, the Raiders are rumored to be looking for a veteran quarterback via trade.

Chicago Bears Gauge Interest in Justin Fields: several teams have reportedly inquired about the availability of bears quarterback Justin Fields.

Practice Squad Implications & Free Agent Opportunities

The roster cuts create a wealth of opportunities for players to land on practice squads or sign with