NFL Player News

McCarthy (ankle) remains on the 53-man roster for the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

There was talk leading up to cut-down day that McCarthy could be traded or even released, but he will remain with Minnesota for the time being. Kyler Murray will open the season as the starting quarterback for the Vikings, and either McCarthy or Carson Wentz will back him up.

Osborn was released by the Titans on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Osborn was selected by the Vikings in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He had a few productive years in Minnesota, though he most recently appeared in seven regular-season games for the Patriots in 2024-25, when he caught seven passes (18 targets) for 57 yards and one touchdown. Osborn has plenty of NFL experience, so there's a chance he will find a new team. However, even if that happens, his statistical ceiling is limited.

The Browns waived Wilson on Sunday, James Palmer of The Athletic reports.

Wilson was facing an uphill battle to earn a roster spot after signing with Cleveland as an undrafted free agent in May. The 22-year-old will now look to find a new opportunity with another team, where he could add value both on offense and special teams.

The Chargers waived Johnson on Sunday, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Johnson participated in all three preseason games for the Chargers, rushing 15 times for 53 net yards and two touchdowns. The running back also added two receptions for 68 yards over the three-game span. Johnson will now be subject to waivers. If the 23-year-old goes unclaimed, he will become a free agent able to sign with any franchise that covets additional running back depth.

The Panthers waived Mitchell on Sunday, Mike Kaye of ESPN.com reports.

Mitchell had a strong camp and a solid preseason, catching eight passes for 42 yards over four preseason contests with the Panthers. The tight end will now be subject to waivers, and if he goes unclaimed, there is a strong possibility he ends up back with the Panthers on the practice squad.

Abanikanda was waived by the Cowboys on Sunday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Abanikanda was selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Jets. He appeared in six regular-season games for New York as a rookie, accumulating 70 yards off 22 carries while catching seven passes for 43 yards. The 23-year-old most recently signed with the Cowboys on a reserve/future deal in January, and while Dallas waived him Sunday, there's still a chance he could be brought back as a member of the practice squad.

The Browns waived Marshall on Sunday, James Palmer of The Athletic reports.

Marshall spent part of last season on Cleveland's practice squad but didn't appear in any games. The 24-year-old will now look to catch on with another team, where he could contribute as a depth running back.

The Broncos waived Ross on Sunday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Ross signed with the Broncos in early May as an undrafted free agent out of Virginia. The wide receiver participated in all three preseason games, catching five of his six targets for 29 yards. Ross will now be subject to waivers. If the 25-year-old goes unclaimed, the Broncos would like him to rejoin the team on the practice squad.

The Cardinals are placing Conner (foot) on injured reserve with a designation to return, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM Phoenix reports.

Conner continues to deal with complications from the foot injury that ended his 2025 campaign Week 3 of last season. Initially, when Arizona didn't place him on the active/PUP list at the start of training camp, it was an indication that he had a chance to be available for Week 1. Instead, Conner will be required to miss at least the first four games following this transaction. Considering rookie third overall pick Jeremiyah Love's status is up in the air due to a high-ankle sprain, Tyler Allgeier may be the team's lead runner in the early going, with Bam Knight backing him up.

Dell (knee) will begin the season on IR with a designation to return, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Dell continues to work his way back from the serious knee injury he suffered in December 2024. The promising news is that the wideout has progressed to working in team drills and is being allowed to progress at his own pace. Dell's placement on IR means he'll need to sit out at least the first four games of the regular season, but the designation to return means he's expected to suit up at some point in 2026.