2026 NFL Roster Cuts Live Blog

Aaron Donald retired following the 2023 season. After two years away from the field, he's coming back to suit up with the Los Angeles Rams alongside two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett, whom the team acquired from the Cleveland Browns in June.

Donald and Garrett have won five Defensive Player of the Year awards combined. Assuming the former can get back into game shape on at least 60 percent of the snaps, the duo will wreak havoc on offensive lines across the league.

The Rams have an offense that scored the most points last year and a star-studded defensive line.

Just a week ago, the 49ers traded running back Zamir White to the New Orleans Saints for Deion Jones. Both have been cut today.

The 49ers have a history of dealing with injuries, but Jones didn't have enough time to secure a roster spot. Four-time first-team All-Pro Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw, who returns to San Francisco after a year in Denver, are the team's lead linebackers.

Chicago also cut 2020 first-rounder Jedrick Wills Jr., per ESPN's Adam Schefter. 

The Bears can write off Kiran Amegadjie as a project player who didn't pan out. Also, general manager Ryan Poles drafted him for the team's previous coaching staff.

With 57 starts in 58 career games, Wills could've provided depth or been a fill-in starter at offensive tackle, but Ozzy Trapilo made a quick recovery from a torn patellar tendon, an injury he suffered in January.

Because of Trapilo's return, the Bears don't need to keep as much insurance at his position going into the regular season.

In addition to Jaydon Blue, the Cowboys also waived Phil Mafah, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Both competed for the primary backup role behind Javonte Williams.

Malik Davis is set to be the Cowboys' No. 2 running back and earned the job. Still, it's surprising to see the team part ways with Blue, whom they selected in the fifth round of last year's draft.

In his rookie campaign, Blue recorded 38 carries for 129 yards and a touchdown. 

In 2024, Tony Jefferson came out of retirement to sign with the Los Angeles Chargers. After a quiet first year back in the league, he recorded 57 tackles, four interceptions and seven pass breakups last season.

If Jefferson chooses to continue his career at 34, he could generate interest from teams in need of a safety who can be a reliable cover defender in center field.

The Steelers weren't going to get much for an unproven ball-carrier with just 28 carries for 69 yards in two years. Also, they made it clear that Johnson no longer fit in their backfield rotation with the addition of Rico Dowdle, who's primed to split touches with Jaylen Warren.

The Packers will work on Johnson's development. Only 23, he still has some upside as a third-round pick from the 2025 draft.

The Las Vegas Raiders traded versatile interior offensive lineman Jordan Meredith to the New York Jets, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. 

So, this move suggests that they feel comfortable with rookie third-rounder Trey Zuhn III as their backup center behind three-time Pro Bowler Tyler Linderbaum.

Last season, under the Raiders' previous coaching regime, Meredith played center after a decent 2024 season at guard. He didn't fare well and eventually lost the starting job to Will Putnam, who also had some rough outings.

According to The Athletic's Sam Warren, Zuhn took snaps at center with the second-team offense at practice. Although he played left tackle in college at Texas A&M, he could handle multiple roles in Las Vegas, with center being one of them.

Will Levis struggled through two seasons with the Tennessee Titans before he underwent season-ending shoulder surgery last offseason. 

In 21 starts, Levis threw for 3,899 yards, 21 touchdowns and 16 interceptions with a 61 percent completion rate. He also fumbled 17 times, which contributed to his turnover-prone play.

A second-round pick from the 2023 draft, Levis will likely get a chance to revive his career elsewhere now he's healthy coming off surgery.

Likely aware of Josh Jacobs' potential absence, the Green Bay Packers added to their running back group, acquiring Kaleb Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

As of now, MarShawn Lloyd and Chris Brooks will likely handle the bulk of the rushing workload as Johnson adjusts to a new team. 

Over the previous two seasons, Green Bay has ranked fifth and seventh in rush attempts. So, whoever fills Jacobs' void should have a significant role in the team's ground attack.

Meanwhile, Jacobs faces a suspension from the league and won't be able to play or practice.