NFL Teams Waive Multiple Draft Picks Including Former First-Rounders Across Rosters

Ahead of the 2025 NFL season, several late-round draft picks and practice squad players were waived as teams trimmed rosters to the 53-player limit. Notably, former Michigan State offensive lineman A.J. Arcuri was waived by the Los Angeles Rams after spending most of his time on their practice squad, while Montana State's Tommy Mellott and Montana's Junior Bergen were released during cutdowns by the Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers, respectively. The New England Patriots released 21 players, including 2022 first-round pick Cole Strange and recent draft selections Kobee Minor and Bradyn Swinson, as they finalized their roster. Green Bay Packers waived former Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford and defensive back Kalen King, though King may return to the practice squad, while the Buffalo Bills plan to waive Penn State cornerback Daequan Hardy. These moves reflect the challenging transition for many late-round picks and practice squad players trying to secure active roster spots for the upcoming season.