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NFL teams establish waiver wire order following league roster cuts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 11:01 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

NFL teams establish waiver wire order following league roster cuts

Summary

NFL clubs are setting rosters for the 2026 season following league-wide cuts finalized on Sunday. The current waiver wire order is based on the 2026 NFL draft order and will remain in effect through the first three weeks of the season. Starting in Week 4, the priority will transition to the reverse order of the regular season standings. The Las Vegas Raiders hold the top position in the current priority list, while the Seattle Seahawks occupy the final spot. Teams may submit waiver claims for players with fewer than four accrued seasons, with processing scheduled for 11:00 a.m. MT on Monday. Once the waiver process concludes, clubs are authorized to begin assembling 16- or 17-player practice squads.

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By the Numbers

•The waiver order is currently based on the 2026 NFL draft results.
•Order priority will switch to reverse regular season standings starting in Week 4.
•Waiver claims for eligible players are processed Monday morning.
•The Las Vegas Raiders hold the first priority spot in the current order.
•Teams can begin forming practice squads after Monday's waiver claims are finalized.

Latest Updates

11:01 AMYahoo Sports — NFL waiver wire order for all 32 teams (including the Broncos)

What they're saying

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Here's the NFL's waiver wire order following roster cuts. The Denver Broncos are near the bottom after reaching the AFC Championship last season.
— Yahoo Sports

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