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NFL Roster Cutdown Rules Explained | Detroit Lions News
NFL roster cutdown day looms August 30th, forcing teams to trim to 53 players—and the rules behind releases, waivers, and injury lists could make or break your roster. Veterans get released (contract ends), rookies get waived (other teams can claim them). Teams can now designate two players for IR without losing them for the season—perfect for rehabbing stars like Cade Mays or Jimmy Rolder. The PUP list just got more flexible: players can start practicing after two games instead of four, potentially ready by Week 5. And veteran salary guarantees? Teams might cut guys before Week 1 to avoid…
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