
Notre Dame 2026 roster reveals notable weight changes.
Notre Dame updated its 2026 roster on Wednesday night, with Blue & Gold Football highlighting the biggest weight changes since early June, including defensive tackle Tionne Gray.
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Notre Dame updated its 2026 roster on Wednesday night, with Blue & Gold Football highlighting the biggest weight changes since early June, including defensive tackle Tionne Gray.

The Cincinnati Bengals elevated defensive tackle Howard Cross III and cornerback Bralyn Lux from the practice squad to the active roster for their upcoming game against Miami, with both players reverting to the practice squad after the game. The team also made several other roster moves, including activating and placing players on injured reserve, acquiring new players, and supporting community initiatives.

The Cincinnati Bengals acquired quarterback Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick, while releasing QB Brett Rypien, adding experienced depth to their roster.

The Green Bay Packers promoted offensive lineman Brant Banks from the practice squad to the 53-man roster to bolster their offensive line, which has seen frequent reshuffling this season, especially after recent injuries and performance issues.

The Cincinnati Bengals signed free agent tight end Noah Fant, a former first-round pick with extensive NFL experience including stints with Denver and Seattle, adding depth to their roster.

The Cincinnati Bengals released running back Zack Moss and cleared center Seth McLaughlin to practice after passing a physical, as part of their roster updates.

The Cincinnati Bengals signed their first-round draft pick, DE Shemar Stewart from Texas A&M, completing their signing of all six 2025 NFL Draft selections.

The Cincinnati Bengals waived rookie defensive tackle Dante Barnett, who was part of the International Player Pathway Program, as part of their ongoing roster updates.

The Cincinnati Bengals signed linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr., their second-round draft pick from South Carolina, who previously played at Georgia Tech and North Carolina at Charlotte, and had a productive last season with the Gamecocks.

Jackson Merrill has been activated from the concussion IL by the Padres, providing a much-needed boost to their lineup amid a playoff push, while Brandon Lockridge was optioned to the minors to make room.

The Buffalo Bills have activated tight end Dawson Knox from injured reserve, allowing him to return to the active roster for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Knox had been sidelined since Week Seven with a wrist injury, but now he is back after recording 15 receptions for 102 yards and a touchdown earlier in the season. Linebacker A.J. Klein was waived to make room for Knox on the 53-man roster.

The Seattle Seahawks have activated tackle Abraham Lucas from injured reserve in time for their game against the Dallas Cowboys, while placing guard Phil Haynes on injured reserve due to a toe injury. Receiver Cody Thompson has been elevated from the practice squad. Lucas, who suffered a knee injury in the season opener, returned to practice two weeks ago and impressed coach Pete Carroll. Haynes will have to miss at least four games before being eligible to return. Thompson has primarily played on special teams this season.

The Cleveland Browns are facing roster challenges with several players out for the season and three ruled out for their upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens. In response, the team plans to elevate wide receiver Austin Watkins Jr. from the practice squad, joining James Proche, Amari Cooper, Elijah Moore, and Cedric Tillman. Watkins had an impressive preseason with 16 receptions for 257 yards and two touchdowns, and fans are eager to see how he performs in the regular season if he gets the opportunity.

The Philadelphia Eagles have officially signed Julio Jones to their active roster after two weeks on the practice squad. Jones, a former All-Pro wide receiver, is expected to make a significant impact for the team in the remaining regular season and postseason games. The Eagles have also opened the practice window for offensive lineman Cam Jurgens and signed tight end E.J. Jenkins to the practice squad.

Sonny Kiss, who signed with AEW in 2019 and was regularly featured on their television shows, is no longer part of the AEW roster. Kiss had been appearing less frequently on Dynamite and mostly on Dark and Rampage, and his partnership with Joey Janela also ended abruptly. AEW has not made an official announcement about his departure, leaving fans surprised and wondering about his future with the company.