Roster Cuts and Roster Moves | Los Angeles Chargers News

NFL rosters shrink to 53 by August 30th, forcing tough cuts that sting emotionally—especially for players who built bonds and earned their spots. Teams can also keep a 16-player practice squad, plus one extra if they have an International Pathway Program player. A new injury rule lets teams designate up to two players to return after missing four games, avoiding premature cuts. And with waivers active, released players become targets for other teams—creating a high-stakes chess match as the deadline looms. 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/611f8c30153a175e