NFL teams have finalized their active rosters for the 2024 season. Tuesday was the deadline for franchises to trim their rosters down to 53 players, leading to tough choices for executives and memorable moments for those who made the cut.
Here’s a look at where former Rutgers football players landed after the deadline:
SURVIVED CUTS
Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs)
Kansas City has retained its starting running back, who has won two Super Bowl titles in his first two NFL seasons.
Christian Izien (Buccaneers)
The defensive back, who started as a rookie last season, is set to play another year in a key role.
Bo Melton (Packers)
The wide receiver scored a touchdown in Green Bay’s preseason finale. He tweeted, “3rd year in the league, 1st time making the team. Blessings.”
Max Melton (Cardinals)
Although he was limited in preseason due to injury, the cornerback will likely see significant playing time this season.
Andrew DePaola (Vikings)
The longest-tenured Scarlet Knight in the NFL is returning for another year.
Jonah Jackson (Rams)
The left guard, who signed a three-year, $ 51 million deal with the Rams this offseason, missed preseason due to a left scapula bruise but may debut against the Detroit Lions, his former team.
Gus Edwards (Chargers)
The former Ravens standout is expected to be a reliable asset for Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers.
Sebastian Joseph-Day (Titans)
The defensive tackle begins his first NFL season outside of California after playing for the 49ers, Rams, and Chargers over the past six years.
Raheem Blackshear (Panthers)
The running back made the cut in Carolina.
WAIVED, PRACTICE SQUAD CANDIDATES
Christian Braswell (Jaguars)
In a surprising move, the defensive back, who was the starting nickelback in Jacksonville’s first preseason game, did not make the active roster after being inactive in the final game.
Tre Avery (Titans)
The defensive back was waived after two seasons in Tennessee.
Olakunle Fatukasi (Rams)
The linebacker was released by the Rams on Sunday.
Jude McAtamney (Giants)
The kicker made field goals of 43 and 23 yards in the preseason finale and is likely to join the Giants’ practice squad.
Willington Previlon (Steelers)
The defensive tackle was a regular on the Pittsburgh practice squad last season.
Michael Dwumfour (Bears)
The defensive tackle was waived by Chicago.
Isaiah Iton (Titans)
The defensive tackle was cut, but the Titans want him on their practice squad, according to NFL Network.
Michael Burton (Broncos)
The fullback was released, but since he is not subject to waivers, he is expected to re-sign with Denver’s practice squad.
Shawn Bowman (Jaguars)
The tight end was waived.
Sean Ryan (Ravens)
The wide receiver was cut on Monday.
David Nwaogwugwu (Commanders)
The offensive lineman was waived.
Jamree Kromah (Bears)
The defensive lineman was released.
Tyreek Maddox-Williams (Cardinals)
The linebacker was cut.
Raiqwon O’Neal (Seahawks)
The offensive lineman was also released.
INJURED RESERVE
JaQuae Jackson (Patriots)
The wide receiver was placed on IR after suffering a serious leg injury in New England’s second preseason game. He had a touchdown catch in his preseason debut but will have to wait until 2025 for his next opportunity.
Deion Jennings (Ravens)
The linebacker was placed on season-ending IR following an injury in Baltimore’s final preseason game.
Isaiah Washington (Ravens)
The rookie wide receiver was also placed on season-ending IR.
FREE AGENT
Kemoko Turay
The edge rusher was put on injured reserve by the Panthers earlier this month and subsequently released with an injury settlement.
J.D. DiRenzo
The offensive lineman was placed on IR by the Panthers earlier this month and was later released with an injury settlement.
Ireland Brown
The offensive lineman was waived by Miami early in training camp after signing as an undrafted free agent in May.
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