NFL Teams Project 53-Man Rosters After Preseason Openers

The 2025 NFL preseason games have provided early insights into the teams' roster decisions as they approach the final 53-man cuts. The Dallas Cowboys, under coach Brian Schottenheimer, played a conservative opener against the Rams and used healthy scratches to hint at likely roster inclusions, with notable debates around players like Milton and Grier. The Miami Dolphins’ 24-24 tie with the Bears reaffirmed many roster projections, emphasizing the importance of depth at quarterback due to Tua Tagovailoa's injury history and highlighting promising wide receiver candidates Dee Eskridge and Tahj Washington. The Denver Broncos' updated roster prediction after their first preseason game suggests a stable wide receiver group and tough choices on the defensive line, with some players potentially headed to the practice squad or even trade. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders, under new head coach Pete Carroll and GM John Spytek, have had a competitive training camp, leading to ongoing roster evaluations based on player performance and coaching interactions. The Cincinnati Bengals’ roster bubble is shifting after their preseason opener, although detailed projections were not provided, indicating that teams continue to assess player performances as cuts approach.