All articles tagged with #pup list
The Browns placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the reserve/physically unable to perform (PUP) list, removing him from the 90-man roster and barring activation for the 2026 season after a neck injury kept him out since October 2024; the move effectively ends his 2026 season, though he has 308 tackles, eight sacks, three interceptions and six fumbles in 49 career games.
The article explains the complex NFL roster rules regarding injured players, including the distinctions between injured reserve (IR), IR-to-return, non-football injury (NFI), and physically unable to perform (PUP) lists, and how these affect team roster management, especially for the Detroit Lions' 2025 roster cuts.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to activate wide receiver Chris Godwin and left tackle Tristan Wirfs from the PUP list before the 53-man roster cut, although Wirfs is expected to miss the first few games of the season due to a knee injury.
Terry McLaurin's activation from the PUP list is solely due to his recovery from an ankle injury and not related to his contract negotiations, with the team emphasizing the importance of his return to full participation for upcoming games.
The Washington Commanders activated wide receiver Terry McLaurin off the PUP list, allowing him to practice, amid ongoing contract negotiations where McLaurin seeks a deal comparable to DK Metcalf's. Despite his activation, McLaurin remains frustrated with the lack of progress in contract talks, which has led to his request for a trade, though the team has no plans to trade him.
Terry McLaurin has been activated from the PUP list by the Washington Commanders, allowing him to practice and continue contract negotiations, which are ongoing despite his effective holding in. The move is part of his recovery from an ankle injury and comes amid unresolved contract talks, with the season approaching.
Washington Commanders activated wide receiver Terry McLaurin from the PUP list, signaling he may practice soon after an ankle injury and a holdout related to his contract negotiations, which could boost their offensive readiness for the upcoming season.
Nakobe Dean, linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles, has been placed on the active/PUP list due to a torn patellar tendon, which may delay his return until at least Week 5 of the NFL season, impacting his and the team's plans for the upcoming season.
The Cleveland Browns placed QB Deshaun Watson on the active/physically unable to perform list due to his Achilles surgery, expecting him to miss at least the first four games, and also placed DT Mike Hall Jr. on the PUP list for knee rehab. Wide receiver David Bell was moved to the non-football injury list, and Jaelen Gill was waived due to non-football injury.
The New York Giants placed Andrew Thomas and Eric Gray on the PUP list due to injuries, while Victor Dimukeje was placed on the NFI list. They also waived/injured safety Anthony Johnson Jr. and signed free agent safety K'Von Wallace. These moves are part of their training camp roster adjustments, with players on PUP/NFI lists unable to participate fully in practice but able to attend meetings and use facilities.
Raiders placed defensive tackle Christian Wilkins on the Physically Unable to Perform list due to a season-ending foot injury sustained in Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season. Wilkins, who signed with the Raiders as a free agent after five seasons with the Dolphins, is in a lengthy recovery process and can return during training camp or preseason, but must miss at least four games if still on the list after the roster deadline.
Christian Wilkins has been placed on the PUP list by the Raiders due to recovery from foot surgery, missing practice as he undergoes rehab, with the team able to activate him before roster cuts.
The New England Patriots may start the 2025 season without their key offseason acquisition, Stefon Diggs, who is expected to begin on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list due to a torn ACL, potentially missing at least the first four games, which raises concerns about their receiving corps and offensive options.
The Miami Dolphins have placed seventh-round wide receiver Tahj Washington on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, preventing him from participating in practices or games until he is activated. If he remains on the list into the regular season, he will miss at least four games. Additionally, undrafted safety Mark Perry has been placed on the non-football injury list.
The Baltimore Ravens have placed running back Keaton Mitchell on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list as training camp begins. Mitchell, who had a promising rookie season before tearing his ACL, can be activated off the PUP list before the season starts. Additionally, rookie cornerback T.J. Tampa was also placed on the PUP list, and rookie linebacker Adisa Isaac was declared to have a non-football injury due to a minor hamstring issue.