Rams, Cardinals Cut Players Ahead NFL 53-Man Roster Deadline

As NFL teams approach the 2025 roster cutdown deadline, the Arizona Cardinals face tough decisions, particularly with talented players like Carter, Mustipher, and Thomas who may struggle to secure spots due to depth at their positions and returning injured players. The Los Angeles Rams are finalizing their 53-man roster with a focus on maintaining depth and versatility, carrying 10 offensive linemen and a balanced mix across positions, while recently releasing veteran linebacker Tony Fields II among other players to meet roster limits. The Rams' quarterback situation is settled with Stafford as the starter, Garoppolo as backup, and Bennett earning the third spot after a strong preseason. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers continue to struggle with injuries, leading to calls for major organizational changes, including re-evaluating draft strategies to prioritize player health and making difficult roster cuts such as kicker Jake Moody and possibly others to improve team durability. These developments highlight the challenging balancing act NFL teams face between talent, depth, health, and roster limits as the regular season approaches.