***Official*** Cuts and Practice Squad Thread

[playthrough2001]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1828169311376339188

 

[knoxville7]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1828169311376339188

sad to see Carvin go

 

[playthrough2001]

sad to see Carvin go

Maybe he’ll end up on the practice squad.

 

[playthrough2001]

An announcement from the Bears adds linebacker Paul Moala to the list of players who have been placed on waivers. As of right now (3:40 p.m. CT on August 26), the Bears’ roster sits at 78 players. They’ll need to part ways with 25 more to get to 53.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1828174349339136323

 

[The ($)HITS Principles]

Yeah I saw that too and thought it was strange that he never even bothered to report. People make a lot of stupid decisions until they've had to go a few years without a multi-million dollar annual salary and are trying to hold onto their houses.

I saw some interesting comments about Judon wearing out his welcome in NE before being traded as well. I will be very surprised if he remains a content high-performer in the ATL.

Maybe Poles dodged a bullet there??

All I can think of with Matthew Judon besides playing football for the Patriots is this :

1) when in his intro, he said "body by Taco Bell"
2) he looks like he could be Braxton Jones's twin

 

[BornAnAngryBearsFan]

Maybe he’ll end up on the practice squad.

I'm really hoping that nobody makes a claim on him, and he can continue to develop on the PS

 

[hyatt151]

sad to see Carvin go

I'm really hoping that nobody makes a claim on him, and he can continue to develop on the PS

The only player I See getting claimed is Carter so far as it stands now, and maybe Johnson

 

[playthrough2001]

I guess there are two threads now. It’s tough to scroll half way down the front page.

 

[BaBaBlacksheep]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1828393907681423827

New rules this year about IR

 

[playthrough2001]

The cut down deadline today is 3:00 pm Central and waiver claims will be processed on Wednesday at 11:00 Central.

Should be an interesting couple of days…

The last 4 or 5 cuts should be tough ones which is great considering where the roster was a few years ago.

 

[Bearly]

I'm really hoping that nobody makes a claim on him, and he can continue to develop on the PS

You'd think that the guys they want back would get cut last unless Poles is doing them a favor due to depth.

 

[playthrough2001]

Projected eight hardest cuts…

“1. CB Reddy Steward​

The Bears have a loaded cornerback group, which means there are going to be some good players left on the outside looking in. Steward, an undrafted rookie, has had an impressive summer where he's showcased his ballhawking ability, including his two interceptions (with a pick-6) in Thursday's preseason finale. While I'd love to give Steward one of those final spots (and I'm hoping I got it wrong), I ultimately went with two proven veterans who are strong special teams contributors in Josh Blackwell and Jaylon Jones.

2. DE Daniel Hardy​

It's crazy how quickly things can change in the NFL. Just last week, Hardy felt like a lock for the 53-man roster given his impressive preseason and praise from defensive coordinator Eric Washington. But then the Bears traded for defensive end Darrell Taylor, who locks down one of the final roster spots. Hardy has been impressive throughout the preseason, including a 2.5-sack performance against the Bills, and he should be in contention for the final spot, even with Taylor on the roster. But listening to Matt Eberflus talk about Dominique Robinson in the edge rotation feels like Hardy just missed out on the roster.

3. WR Collin Johnson​

There was no player who boosted his stock more than Johnson in the Hall of Fame game, where he impressed as a big-bodied receiver who hauled in two touchdowns from Brett Rypien. Unfortunately for Johnson, the hype was short-lived as he's been sidelined by injury and unable to get back on the field to prove he's worthy of one of the final roster spots. The top four receiver spots are already locked down with DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Rome Odunze and Tyler Scott, and it certainly feels like Velus Jones Jr. has earned a spot as a running back. Which means there's likely only one spot left at receiver. And given Johnson hasn't been able to stay on the field, DeAndre Carter gets the nod due to his punt return ability.

4. QB Austin Reed​

The "Hard Knocks" star and "Love Island" superfan has impressed this summer, but it was always going to be an uphill battle with Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent atop the depth chart. Reed was competing with Brett Rypien for the QB3 job, and it certainly feels like Reed made a case to be that guy. He operated the offense efficiently and flashed his potential. But that still doesn't mean he'll make the roster. Depending on how many quarterbacks the Bears opt to carry on the roster, Reed could be primed for a spot on the practice squad. That is, if he clears waivers.


Aug 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Austin Reed (16) celebrates after a score against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY SportsMore

5. LB Micah Baskerville​

The Bears have one of the league's best starting linebacker corps with Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards and Jack Sanborn, but it's the competition behind them that's been intriguing this summer. It feels like Noah Sewell could lock down one of those spots, even though he's been sidelined, but Amen Ogbongbemiga and Baskerville have been impressing this summer, which makes it difficult. Baskerville has had a strong preseason, including a pick-6 against the Bills. Still, it feels like the last spot will come down to Baskerville and Ogbongbemiga. I gave the edge to Ogbongbemiga, who is a big-time special teams contributor.

6. LB Carl Jones Jr.​

Chicago has a ton of depth at linebacker and only so many roster spots to go around. I believe the potential final two roster spots will come down to Sewell, Ogbongbemiga and Baskerville -- and there's a chance the Bears could carry six linebackers given the new kickoff rule. Unfortunately, that leaves Jones as the odd man out, which happens when there's so much depth at certain positions like linebacker. But the undrafted rookie has quietly had a strong preseason, which could certainly earn him a spot on the practice squad.

7. TE Brendan Bates​

The Bears top three tight ends are set with Cole Kmet, Gerald Everett and Marcedes Lewis, but Bates has certainly made things interesting with roster cutdowns looming. The undrafted rookie has made a case for a TE4 spot after his strong preseason, where he's the third highest-graded tight end of the preseason (85.8), per Pro Football Focus. He's proven to be a solid receiver and blocker, and he also brings special teams contributions to the table. Unfortunately, he just misses my cut as I elect to carry three tight ends and six running backs (including fullback Khari Blasingame). But that could easily change if Travis Homer is left off the roster.

8. OT Larry Borom​

Let's be honest, no one expected Borom to make the roster at the beginning of the summer. The former fifth-round pick has underperformed and didn't seem worth the $3.19 million price tag in the final year of his rookie deal. But when looking at how he's been utilized as the top reserve tackle -- and the lack of depth -- it certainly felt like he was going to make the cut. That is, until he suffered an injury and was carted off in Thursday's preseason finale. Now, it feels like Borom is headed for the waiver wire with an injury settlement.”

8 hardest cuts from our final Bears 53-man roster projection

We're looking at the hardest cuts from our final Bears 53-man roster projection, which includes several preseason standouts.

sports.yahoo.com

I would keep Bates over a traditional fullback.

I’d like to see Reddy on the 53 too.

Also, Hardy over Robinson…

 

[Enasic]

Reddy and hardy need to make it

DomRom needs to be punted to the Sun

 

[RiDLer80]

I think Jackson Carman is worth taking a flyer on.

Former 2nd round pick with good size/pedigree.

I haven't seen anything about us pursuing him, but I think we should.

 

[Nelly]

I think Jackson Carman is worth taking a flyer on.

Former 2nd round pick with good size/pedigree.

I haven't seen anything about us pursuing him, but I think we should.

Who would you cut to carry him on the active roster?

 

[Butkus34]

Projected eight hardest cuts…

“1. CB Reddy Steward​

The Bears have a loaded cornerback group, which means there are going to be some good players left on the outside looking in. Steward, an undrafted rookie, has had an impressive summer where he's showcased his ballhawking ability, including his two interceptions (with a pick-6) in Thursday's preseason finale. While I'd love to give Steward one of those final spots (and I'm hoping I got it wrong), I ultimately went with two proven veterans who are strong special teams contributors in Josh Blackwell and Jaylon Jones.

2. DE Daniel Hardy​

It's crazy how quickly things can change in the NFL. Just last week, Hardy felt like a lock for the 53-man roster given his impressive preseason and praise from defensive coordinator Eric Washington. But then the Bears traded for defensive end Darrell Taylor, who locks down one of the final roster spots. Hardy has been impressive throughout the preseason, including a 2.5-sack performance against the Bills, and he should be in contention for the final spot, even with Taylor on the roster. But listening to Matt Eberflus talk about Dominique Robinson in the edge rotation feels like Hardy just missed out on the roster.

3. WR Collin Johnson​

There was no player who boosted his stock more than Johnson in the Hall of Fame game, where he impressed as a big-bodied receiver who hauled in two touchdowns from Brett Rypien. Unfortunately for Johnson, the hype was short-lived as he's been sidelined by injury and unable to get back on the field to prove he's worthy of one of the final roster spots. The top four receiver spots are already locked down with DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Rome Odunze and Tyler Scott, and it certainly feels like Velus Jones Jr. has earned a spot as a running back. Which means there's likely only one spot left at receiver. And given Johnson hasn't been able to stay on the field, DeAndre Carter gets the nod due to his punt return ability.

4. QB Austin Reed​

The "Hard Knocks" star and "Love Island" superfan has impressed this summer, but it was always going to be an uphill battle with Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent atop the depth chart. Reed was competing with Brett Rypien for the QB3 job, and it certainly feels like Reed made a case to be that guy. He operated the offense efficiently and flashed his potential. But that still doesn't mean he'll make the roster. Depending on how many quarterbacks the Bears opt to carry on the roster, Reed could be primed for a spot on the practice squad. That is, if he clears waivers.

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Aug 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Austin Reed (16) celebrates after a score against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY SportsMore

5. LB Micah Baskerville​

The Bears have one of the league's best starting linebacker corps with Tremaine Edmunds, T.J. Edwards and Jack Sanborn, but it's the competition behind them that's been intriguing this summer. It feels like Noah Sewell could lock down one of those spots, even though he's been sidelined, but Amen Ogbongbemiga and Baskerville have been impressing this summer, which makes it difficult. Baskerville has had a strong preseason, including a pick-6 against the Bills. Still, it feels like the last spot will come down to Baskerville and Ogbongbemiga. I gave the edge to Ogbongbemiga, who is a big-time special teams contributor.

6. LB Carl Jones Jr.​

Chicago has a ton of depth at linebacker and only so many roster spots to go around. I believe the potential final two roster spots will come down to Sewell, Ogbongbemiga and Baskerville -- and there's a chance the Bears could carry six linebackers given the new kickoff rule. Unfortunately, that leaves Jones as the odd man out, which happens when there's so much depth at certain positions like linebacker. But the undrafted rookie has quietly had a strong preseason, which could certainly earn him a spot on the practice squad.

7. TE Brendan Bates​

The Bears top three tight ends are set with Cole Kmet, Gerald Everett and Marcedes Lewis, but Bates has certainly made things interesting with roster cutdowns looming. The undrafted rookie has made a case for a TE4 spot after his strong preseason, where he's the third highest-graded tight end of the preseason (85.8), per Pro Football Focus. He's proven to be a solid receiver and blocker, and he also brings special teams contributions to the table. Unfortunately, he just misses my cut as I elect to carry three tight ends and six running backs (including fullback Khari Blasingame). But that could easily change if Travis Homer is left off the roster.

8. OT Larry Borom​

Let's be honest, no one expected Borom to make the roster at the beginning of the summer. The former fifth-round pick has underperformed and didn't seem worth the $3.19 million price tag in the final year of his rookie deal. But when looking at how he's been utilized as the top reserve tackle -- and the lack of depth -- it certainly felt like he was going to make the cut. That is, until he suffered an injury and was carted off in Thursday's preseason finale. Now, it feels like Borom is headed for the waiver wire with an injury settlement.”

8 hardest cuts from our final Bears 53-man roster projection

We're looking at the hardest cuts from our final Bears 53-man roster projection, which includes several preseason standouts.

sports.yahoo.com

I would keep Bates over a traditional fullback.

I’d like to see Reddy on the 53 too.

Also, Hardy over Robinson…

Not that the players listed are world beaters, but in years past these guys easily make the roster. The fact that they are being talked about as cuts shows how far the overall roster has come.

 

[playthrough2001]

Not that the players listed are world beaters, but in years past these guys easily make the roster. The fact that they are being talked about as cuts shows how far the overall roster has come.

I agree and hopefully this process gets tougher every year.

 

[dabears70]

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[Washington]

Sewell has been a huge disappointment. I'd rather see Baskerville or Jones at this point.

 

[Nelly]

Sewell has been a huge disappointment. I'd rather see Baskerville or Jones at this point.

Ogbongbemiga seems to have been pretty decent too. I think he's a special teams ace too right?