Following his recent release by the Atlanta Falcons, journeyman QB Ben DiNucci took to social media to share a relatable post: a picture of himself with a beer in hand. This moment comes after DiNucci, a former seventh-round pick, faced yet another setback in his fluctuating NFL career, which has seen him bounce in and out of the league since 2020. DiNucci was among a total of 12 players cut by the Falcons over the weekend, marking a significant moment in the team's roster adjustments.
Here’s the complete list of players released by the Falcons:
QB Ben DiNucci OL Matthew Cindric RB Elijah Dotson TE Nikola Kalinic WR Jesse Matthews WR Quincy Skinner Jr. DL Morgan Fox CB Lamar Jackson ILB Caleb Johnson ILB Nick Kubitz EDGE Ronnie Perkins S Josh ThompsonThe Minnesota Vikings also made headlines with several significant quarterback moves over the weekend. They traded Sam Howell to the Philadelphia Eagles and signed veteran QB Carson Wentz to serve as the backup to J.J. McCarthy. This influx of activity brought the Vikings' quarterback roster to four players, although they quickly reduced that number by releasing Brett Rypien.
Here’s the complete list of players cut by the Vikings:
QB Brett Rypien RB Tre Stewart WR Silas Bolden WR Robert Lewis OL Zack Bailey OT Logan Brown DL Travis Bell LB Cam Gill LB Maxwell Tooley CB Keenan Garber CB Reddy Steward S Mishael PowellA common inquiry among NFL fans during cut day pertains to the waiver wire process. Each of the 32 NFL teams must reduce their rosters from 90 players to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. After these cuts, a total of 1,184 players will hit the waiver wire. Notably, players with fewer than four years of NFL experience are eligible for claims.
The waiver order follows the same sequence as the 2025 NFL Draft. The teams with the first opportunity to make claims are:
Titans Browns Giants Patriots Jaguars Raiders Jets Panthers Saints BearsThe Titans, for instance, can claim as many players as they wish, but must release an equivalent number to accommodate new additions. Claims must be submitted by 12 p.m. ET on Wednesday, and if two teams claim the same player, the one higher in the waiver order secures the player.
In a challenging weekend, Shilo Sanders faced multiple setbacks, including an ejection from the Tampa Bay preseason game and subsequent release from the team less than 24 hours later. The safety's release is particularly noteworthy given his lineage as the son of Deion Sanders and brother to Shedeur Sanders. Although Sanders is now on waivers, there remains a possibility for him to sign with Tampa Bay’s practice squad if he clears waivers.
Shilo Sanders was among four players cut from the Buccaneers, alongside:
S Shilo Sanders QB Ryan Pratt WR Rakim Jarrett WR Jaden SmithOn a busy Sunday, Howie Roseman and the Philadelphia Eagles made headlines with three trades in one day. This aggressive strategy indicates the Eagles' commitment to strengthening their roster as they aim for a Super Bowl victory.
Here’s a brief overview of each trade made by the Eagles:
EAGLES-PACKERS: Eagles receive a 2027 sixth-round pick; Packers acquire OT Darian Kinnard. Kinnard, who boasts three Super Bowl rings, adds valuable experience to the Eagles. EAGLES-JAGUARS: Eagles obtain OT Fred Johnson; Jaguars get a 2026 seventh-round pick. Johnson returns to Philadelphia after a stint with Jacksonville. EAGLES-VIKINGS: Eagles acquire QB Sam Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick; Vikings receive a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick. This move addresses the Eagles’ backup QB concerns following Tanner McKee's injury.