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Green Bay Packers prepare for 2026 roster cuts ahead of deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:28 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Green Bay Packers prepare for 2026 roster cuts ahead of deadline

Summary

The Green Bay Packers are making final decisions on their roster as they aim to reach the 53-player limit by Sunday’s 5:00 p.m. CT deadline. General manager Brian Gutekunst and head coach Matt LaFleur are utilizing insights from training camp, a joint practice, and three preseason games to guide these cuts. While some players will be released, many are expected to return through the 16-player practice squad following the waiver period on Monday. The Packers Wire is tracking all cuts as they unfold over the coming days.

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Status Watch

•Packers must finalize 53-player roster by Sunday at 5:00 p.m. CT
•Gutekunst and LaFleur rely on preseason evaluations for cuts
•Many released players may return to a 16-player practice squad
•Waiver period for player transactions expires on Monday
•Packers Wire tracking all roster cuts leading to the deadline

Latest Updates

10:31 PMYahoo Sports — Here's the Green Bay Packers' initial 53-man roster to start 2026 season
2:28 PMYahoo Sports — Green Bay Packers roster cuts: Tracking path to 53 players to start 2026

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