Dallas Cowboys finalize 53-man roster after releasing ten players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys reduced their roster from 90 to 53 players on Sunday following the conclusion of the preseason. Coaching staff and front office personnel completed the cuts after evaluating performance throughout the summer training period in Oxnard, California. Among the ten notable players released are running backs Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah, along with cornerbacks Reddy Steward, Trikweze Bridges, and Derion Kendrick. The team also released linebackers Justin Barron and Curtis Robinson, defensive tackles DJ Withers and Jay Toia, and edge player Sam Williams. Management is currently reviewing releases from other NFL teams to identify potential personnel upgrades for the active roster. The organization continues to evaluate the current configuration to address remaining needs across the squad.
- •The Cowboys reduced the team from a 90-man offseason roster to a 53-man squad.
- •Released players include Jaydon Blue, Reddy Steward, Justin Barron, DJ Withers, and Jay Toia.
- •Phil Mafah, Sam Williams, Trikweze Bridges, Curtis Robinson, and Derion Kendrick were also released.
- •The front office is monitoring waiver wire activity from other teams for potential roster additions.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Instant Analysis: 10 best players who were waived/released by Cowboys
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