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Eight former Wisconsin players join NFL practice squads after roster cuts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:03 AM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Eight former Wisconsin players join NFL practice squads after roster cuts

Summary

Eight former Wisconsin Badgers football players have signed with NFL practice squads following the conclusion of team roster decisions. No former Wisconsin players were selected for initial 53-man rosters, leading to these practice squad placements as the next step. Mason Reiger, who was previously waived by the Miami Dolphins due to injury, joined the Philadelphia Eagles. The Atlanta Falcons and Los Angeles Rams each signed two former Wisconsin players to their practice squads. Other players secured spots with the Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, and New York Giants. These athletes remain eligible to be elevated to active rosters during the upcoming season, providing them an opportunity to earn playing time throughout the 2026 campaign.

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Status Watch

•Mason Reiger signed with the Philadelphia Eagles after being waived by the Miami Dolphins.
•The Atlanta Falcons added Riley Mahlman and Vinny Anthony to their practice squad.
•Nyzier Fourqurean and Darryl Peterson joined the Los Angeles Rams.
•Parker Petersen signed with the Carolina Panthers, while Jay'Viar Suggs joined the New Orleans Saints.
•Ben Barten secured a practice squad position with the New York Giants.

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Thankfully for Wisconsin Badgers fans, they still have a ton of former players who have a chance to make an impact in the NFL this season.
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