LOOKING FOR WORK 9 most notable players released as part of roster cuts JACOB CAMENKER | USA TODAY Sep 1, 2026 Sep 1, 2026 0 1 of 2 Cowboys running back Jaydon Blue had a strong preseason with 94 yards rushing on 23 carries, but was still cut by Dallas. STEVEN BISIG, IMAGN IMAGES The Tennessee Titans cut quarterback Will Levis, left, after he didn't play in 2025 due to an injury and the team signed Mitchell Trubisky. STEVE ROBERTS, IMAGN IMAGES Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save JACOB CAMENKER | USA TODAY NFL | ANALYSISkAm%96 }u{VD db\>2? 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