Raiders announce roster cuts, release multiple wide receivers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:57 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Raiders have begun their roster cuts ahead of the deadline to finalize their 53-man roster. Following the release of Noah Brown, rookie EJ Williams and veteran Phillip Dorsett have also been let go. Williams captured attention after a strong preseason opener but couldn't maintain consistency, while Dorsett struggled to connect with quarterback Aidan O'Connell. More cuts at the wide receiver position are expected before the deadline.
- •Raiders need to trim roster to 53 players by Sunday at 3 PM Pacific time.
- •Noah Brown was released after signing just a week prior.
- •EJ Williams failed to secure a spot despite a strong preseason opener.
- •Phillip Dorsett was waived after relegation to the practice squad last season.
- •Additional cuts are anticipated in the wide receiver position.
- 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders begin cutdowns with several wide receivers
"According to sources, the Raiders have begun their roster cuts with a few wide receivers.
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