NFL Roster Battles: Who’s Making the Cut | Tar Heel Basketball News

It’s crunch time for former college stars vying for NFL survival — and this year, Chapel Hill’s absence from the draft spotlight shifts focus to veterans, emerging talents, and roster bubble hopefuls. Drake Maye aims to build on MVP-level play, while Mitch Trubisky mentors a young QB in Tennessee. Javonte Williams and Omarion Hampton are expected to carry loads, and veterans like Mack Hollins and Josh Downs seek key roles. Tez Walker, Dyami Brown, Chazz Surratt, and M.J. Stewart are making noise in competitive rooms or special teams. Charlie Heck, Michael Carter, British Brooks, Alijah Huzzie, and Marcus Allen are fighting for every spot. Veterans Tomon Fox and Ty Chandler chase late-season chances, while Sam Howell secures a backup role in Dallas. Undrafted rookies Willie Lampkin and Kaimon Rucker show flashes. And at the bottom of the depth chart, tight end Bryson Nesbit, edge rusher Amari Gainer, defensive lineman Jahvaree Ritzie, and linebacker Smith Vilbert need breakout preseason performances to prove they belong. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/33e458a853af8738