Roster Roulette: The NFL's Endless Cycle of Cuts and Deals The NFL preseason is a time honored tradition of false starts, missed tackles, and last minute roster reshuffles.
As the 2026 season approaches, teams are racing to trim their rosters down to the required 53 players by Sunday's deadline.
Amidst the chaos, one thing remains certain: the NFL's cutthroat culture is as ruthless as ever. The Chicago Bears' decision to trade defensive tackle Dexter is just the latest example of this cycle.