Dallas Cowboys manage roster adjustments following initial 53-man team cutdowns
The Landry Hat • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 7:57 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Dallas Cowboys began adjusting their team composition after releasing an initial 53-man roster on August 31. Following the standard league deadline, the front office is now focusing on the formation of the 2026 practice squad. Roster management continues as the team evaluates potential acquisitions through the waiver wire. Additional personnel changes remain possible as the organization finalizes its depth chart for the upcoming season. The team continues to assess players who were part of the initial roster decisions alongside new available talent. These moves are a standard procedure for the franchise to secure necessary depth after the primary cutdown date.
- •Dallas Cowboys released an initial 53-man roster on August 31.
- •The front office is currently building the 2026 practice squad.
- •The team is actively evaluating players available on the waiver wire.
- •Further personnel adjustments are expected as the roster cycle continues.
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