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Reds Claim Versatile Oswaldo Cabrera Off Yankees Waivers
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Reds Claim Versatile Oswaldo Cabrera Off Yankees Waivers

The Cincinnati Reds claimed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera off waivers from the New York Yankees on September 18, 2026. The move was necessitated by the Yankees' need to clear a 40-man roster spot for reliever Clarke Schmidt. To accommodate the claim, Cincinnati placed infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer on the 60-day injured list. Cabrera, 27, is a versatile utility player with a remaining minor league option, making him a cost-effective depth addition for the Reds. The transaction also involved the Reds recalling pitcher Julian Aguiar and placing Julian Garcia on the 15-day injured list with elbow issues.

Raiders Snatch Seahawks Guard Cabeldue, Reunite with Kubiak
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Raiders Snatch Seahawks Guard Cabeldue, Reunite with Kubiak

The Las Vegas Raiders claimed guard Bryce Cabeldue off waivers from the Seattle Seahawks on September 10, 2026. Cabeldue, a 2025 sixth-round pick, was released by Seattle to make room for safety AJ Finley. The move reunites Cabeldue with Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak, who previously served as Seattle's offensive coordinator. In a corresponding transaction, Las Vegas waived guard Atonio Mafi to accommodate the addition.

Dolphins Finalize 53-Man Roster with Seven Waiver Claims, Adding Cook and Joly
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Dolphins Finalize 53-Man Roster with Seven Waiver Claims, Adding Cook and Joly

The Miami Dolphins finalized their 53-man roster by claiming seven players off waivers, including quarterback Brady Cook and tight end Justin Joly. This move reshapes the team's depth chart, particularly at quarterback and tight end, as the franchise enters a rebuild phase under new leadership. The additions aim to bolster a young roster that lacks veteran experience in key positions.

Raiders Secure High-Demand Cornerback Darrell Luter, Forcing Cut of Decamerion Richardson
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Raiders Secure High-Demand Cornerback Darrell Luter, Forcing Cut of Decamerion Richardson

The Las Vegas Raiders used their top waiver priority to claim former San Francisco 49ers cornerback Darrell Luter Jr., beating out four other teams. This move forced the Raiders to cut third-year cornerback Decamerion Richardson to make room. Luter, a 2023 fifth-round pick, drew the most interest of any waived player, with the Titans, Dolphins, Cowboys, and Colts also submitting claims. The 49ers had released Luter in favor of younger players, while the Raiders now face a crowded secondary with six cornerbacks on the roster.

Dolphins Claim Seven Players, Including Cook and Joly, in Major Roster Overhaul
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Dolphins Claim Seven Players, Including Cook and Joly, in Major Roster Overhaul

The Miami Dolphins have significantly reshaped their roster by claiming seven players off waivers, notably acquiring quarterback Brady Cook and tight end Justin Joly. This move follows a major cutdown day where the team also signed edge rusher Malik Herring and re-signed practice squad quarterback Mark Gronowski. The Dolphins' quarterback depth chart now features Malik Willis, Kyle McCord, Cook, and Gronowski. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos waived Joly despite drafting him in the fifth round, while the New York Jets released Cook after he failed to secure a roster spot behind Geno Smith.

Eagles lose four players to waivers after 53-man roster cuts
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Eagles lose four players to waivers after 53-man roster cuts

The Philadelphia Eagles lost four players to waiver claims after releasing them on Sunday, including tight end Cameron Latu and offensive linemen Cameron Williams and Myles Hinton. The team retained a 53-man roster featuring four quarterbacks and three safeties, while international prospects Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru cleared waivers to join the practice squad.

Dolphins Fill Roster Gaps with Seven Waiver Claims, Including Cook and Joly
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Dolphins Fill Roster Gaps with Seven Waiver Claims, Including Cook and Joly

The Miami Dolphins added seven players via waiver claims on August 31, 2026, including quarterback Brady Cook and tight end Justin Joly. These moves followed the team’s finalization of its initial 53-man roster, which featured the youngest starting lineup in the NFL. The Dolphins also released veteran edge rusher Clelin Ferrell and waived several other players, including rookie edge Max Llewellyn, to balance their roster depth.

Saints finalize 53-man roster with key cuts and waiver claims
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Saints finalize 53-man roster with key cuts and waiver claims

The New Orleans Saints have finalized their 53-man roster for the 2026 season, reducing their 91-player camp group by the Sunday deadline. Key decisions included waiving wide receiver Bub Means and retaining backup quarterback Zach Wilson. The team will now process waiver claims and build a 16-player practice squad, with potential exemptions for International Pathway Program participants.