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NFL Roster Moves: Key Updates from Around the League
As we head into the final stretch of the regular season, NFL teams are making critical adjustments to bolster depth, manage injuries, and position themselves for a playoff push-or, in some cases, evaluate young talent for the future. Here's a breakdown of the latest roster moves across the league and what they could mean moving forward.
Chicago Bears
The Bears are getting a major piece back on defense, designating linebacker Tremaine Edmunds to return from injured reserve.
Edmunds has been a central figure in Chicago’s defensive rebuild, and his return brings much-needed leadership and versatility to the second level. His presence could help stabilize a unit that’s shown flashes but struggled with consistency this season.
Denver Broncos
Denver made a move in the backfield, claiming running back Cody Schrader off waivers from the Texans.
Schrader adds depth to a Broncos rushing attack that’s been hit by injuries and inconsistent production. On the defensive side, the team placed defensive back Brandon Jones on injured reserve-a setback for a secondary that's already been tested this year.
Cleveland Browns
The Browns waived guard Garrett Dellinger from the active roster.
Cleveland’s offensive line has been a strength throughout the season, but injuries and shifting personnel have forced the team to stay flexible. Dellinger’s departure could signal confidence in the health of the current starters or a move to make room for reinforcements elsewhere.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay is reinforcing its linebacker unit by signing Anthony Walker to the active roster from the Colts’ practice squad.
Walker brings veteran savvy and could be a valuable asset, especially in nickel packages. Meanwhile, the Bucs took a hit in the secondary, placing cornerback Zyon McCollum on injured reserve.
That’s a tough blow for a defense that’s leaned heavily on its young corners this season. The team also added defensive tackle **C.J.
Brewer** to the practice squad and released wide receiver Brandon Johnson from the same unit.
Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins made a few tweaks to their roster, waiving linebacker Andre Carter from the active roster and promoting guard Kion Smith from the practice squad.
With the offensive line banged up, Smith’s elevation could be a sign Miami’s looking for more stability in the trenches. They also signed linebacker Quinton Bell to the active roster, bringing some speed and special teams value into the mix.
New York Jets
The Jets continue to shuffle their defensive backfield, signing Keidron Smith to the active roster from the Broncos’ practice squad.
At the same time, they placed Isaiah Oliver on injured reserve. With the Jets' secondary dealing with multiple injuries, Smith could see meaningful snaps right away as the team looks to keep its defense afloat.
New England Patriots
New England waived linebacker Caleb Murphy from the active roster. The Patriots have been rotating through young defenders as they evaluate talent for the future, and Murphy’s release is part of that ongoing process.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh made several moves, waiving wide receiver Ke’Shawn Williams from the active roster and elevating tackle Jack Driscoll and linebacker DeMarvin Leal from the practice squad.
The Steelers also signed wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to the active roster. Valdes-Scantling brings playoff experience and a vertical threat to a receiving corps that’s been searching for consistency all season.
Houston Texans
While not making any new additions, the Texans did see running back Cody Schrader claimed off waivers by the Broncos, as mentioned above. Schrader’s departure opens up a spot in the backfield, and it’ll be interesting to see how Houston reshapes that room in the coming days.
As teams gear up for the final few weeks of the season, these roster moves-while not always flashy-can have a ripple effect. Whether it’s a key veteran returning from injury, a young player getting his shot, or a depth signing that shores up a weak spot, every move matters in December.