The New England Patriots have already released 15 players, leaving them with 76 athletes still on the active roster. With 23 more moves required by the Tuesday 4 p.m. deadline, the NFL waiver wire will play a critical role in shaping the team.
As NFL teams finalized their 53-man rosters for the 2025 season, a number of newcomers rose above the odds. Among them are five undrafted free agents who unexpectedly secured spots and could significantly influence their teams’ fortunes.
Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson stunned fans with a scissors emoji on social media, triggering widespread assumptions about his future on the team. The timing, just before final NFL roster cuts, fueled the hype and brought unexpected speculation that even included a nod to the San Diego Padres.
Despite being drafted by the Cleveland Browns, Shedeur Sanders faces a tough battle for a spot on the active roster amid intense competition.