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- Roster MovesSep 1, 2026
Patriots re-sign Ben Brown, add practice squad pieces
The New England Patriots re-signed center Ben Brown and rookie linebacker Erick Hunter to their 53-man roster. They also added LB K.J. Britt, DT Jalen Hunt, OL Jake Kubas, and LB Jose Ramirez to the practice squad. None of these moves affect any fantasy-relevant skill position.
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Browns sign Jaleel McLaughlin to practice squad
The Cleveland Browns signed RB Jaleel McLaughlin to their practice squad, per Adam Schefter. McLaughlin is worth monitoring as practice squad depth but has no immediate fantasy impact. The Browns also signed CB Noah Igbinoghene and DE Sam Williams to the 53-man roster and placed DT Kalia Davis on injured reserve.
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Cowboys sign OT Wanya Morris to practice squad
The Dallas Cowboys signed offensive tackle Wanya Morris to their practice squad. @AdamSchefter also reported DT Elijah Garcia joining the practice squad, but that signing is unconfirmed by other sources. Neither move affects fantasy rosters directly right now.
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Dolphins waive Ethan Bonner and five others after claiming seven
The Miami Dolphins claimed seven players off waivers and waived cornerback Ethan Bonner, edge rusher Clelin Ferrell, and four others to manage their roster. Brady Cook and Justin Joly remain the only skill-position prospects of note among the claims.
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Saints waive WR Kevin Austin after two waiver claims
The New Orleans Saints are releasing WR Kevin Austin after picking up two players on waivers, per Adam Schefter. Austin is now available on the waiver wire. He carries minimal fantasy value in most formats.
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Dolphins claim seven players off waivers
The Miami Dolphins claimed seven players off waivers, according to Adam Schefter. The group includes QB Brady Cook (from the Jets), two offensive tackles, two defensive backs, a tight end, and a third defensive back. None of these players are likely fantasy-relevant right now, but the roster movement is worth noting if you have Dolphins players stashed.
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Patriots claim Cameron Latu, Darius Muasau on waivers
The New England Patriots claimed TE Cameron Latu from the Philadelphia Eagles and LB Darius Muasau from the New York Giants on waivers, per Adam Schefter. Latu is a tight end worth watching on the Patriots depth chart. Muasau is a linebacker with limited fantasy relevance unless injuries open a path to snaps.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Michael Coats makes Browns 53-man roster
Cornerback Michael Coats, an undrafted free agent out of West Virginia who never played high school football, made the Cleveland Browns' initial 53-man roster. He is the only undrafted free agent to survive final cuts for Cleveland. Coats has no immediate fantasy relevance but is worth a note in deeper dynasty leagues tracking depth chart additions.
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Broncos waive 10 players in roster cuts
The Denver Broncos waived a group of players including wide receivers Dane Key, Michael Bandy, and Kolbe Katsis, tight end Justin Joly, and several defenders. None of these players were contributing fantasy assets, so no roster moves are needed in response.
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Anthony Richardson makes Colts 53-man roster
Anthony Richardson, QB, Indianapolis Colts, made the initial 53-man roster despite requesting a trade this offseason. Colts GM Chris Ballard has stated his intention to keep all three quarterbacks. Richardson remains the player to watch at QB1 in Indianapolis for fantasy purposes.
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Odell Beckham Jr. makes Giants 53-man roster
Odell Beckham Jr., WR, is making the New York Giants 53-man roster according to sources reported by Jordan Raanan and Adam Schefter. Beckham stayed healthy throughout camp and did not miss a practice after a full year away from the league. He earned his spot and is now a live fantasy option in New York's receiver room.
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Commanders release WR Van Jefferson
The Washington Commanders have released veteran wide receiver Van Jefferson, according to Adam Schefter. Jefferson had signed with the team on a one-year contract. He is now a free agent and off the Commanders depth chart.
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Shy Tuttle released by Commanders, expected back week 1
The Washington Commanders are releasing defensive tackle Shy Tuttle, but the team plans to bring him back for their first game, per Adam Schefter. This is a roster management move, not a separation. Tuttle is an interior defensive lineman with no fantasy value in standard formats.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Giants releasing Braxton Berrios, plan to re-sign him
The New York Giants are releasing wide receiver Braxton Berrios but intend to bring him back for the first game of the season, according to Adam Schefter. This is likely a roster management move. Berrios' fantasy value stays where it was before this news, assuming he returns as reported.
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49ers release Deion Jones after one week
The San Francisco 49ers released linebacker Deion Jones shortly after acquiring him from the New Orleans Saints. Jones spent less than a week with the team before being cut. His release means he is a free agent with no fantasy value until he lands somewhere and earns a role.
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Cowboys waiving RB Jaydon Blue, signs with Eagles practice squad
The Dallas Cowboys waived RB Jaydon Blue on Sunday. Blue has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad. He is off the waiver wire and off Dallas' depth chart.
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Packers add Kaleb Johnson as Josh Jacobs goes on exempt list
Green Bay acquired RB Kaleb Johnson from Pittsburgh and placed RB Josh Jacobs on the commissioner exempt list, per Adam Schefter. The Packers now have Johnson, Chris Brooks, and MarShawn Lloyd at running back with Jacobs unavailable.
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Cowboys release DB Reddy Steward
The Dallas Cowboys have released defensive back Reddy Steward, according to Adam Schefter. Steward was a depth piece in Dallas's secondary. As a special-teams and depth DB, he carries no fantasy football value.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Chiefs release Emmanuel Ogbah
The Kansas City Chiefs released veteran defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Ogbah is now a free agent. IDP managers rostering him should drop or replace him immediately.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Pharoah Brown released, joining Colts practice squad
The Indianapolis Colts are releasing veteran TE Pharoah Brown and plan to sign him to their practice squad, per Adam Schefter. Brown moves off the 53-man roster but stays in the building. He is not a fantasy target in redraft formats at this depth chart position.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Chiefs release TE Tre Watson
The Kansas City Chiefs released tight end Tre Watson, according to Adam Schefter. Watson was a depth piece on the roster and his release has little direct fantasy impact. Monitor the Chiefs tight end depth chart for any changes that follow.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Jets waive DB Jordan Clark, plan practice squad return
The New York Jets waived defensive back Jordan Clark, per Adam Schefter. The plan is to bring him back on the practice squad if he goes unclaimed. This is a roster management move with no fantasy relevance for offensive players.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Vikings release DB Tavierre Thomas
The Minnesota Vikings have released veteran defensive back Tavierre Thomas, according to Adam Schefter. Thomas played a depth/special teams role and his release does not affect any fantasy-relevant offensive player.
Read article - Roster MovesAug 30, 2026
Bears release WR Scotty Miller
The Chicago Bears have released veteran wide receiver Scotty Miller, per Adam Schefter. Miller had signed with Chicago in May 2026. As a depth receiver now off the roster, he has no immediate fantasy value unless he lands elsewhere.
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