Roster cuts push quarterback mobility to the forefront as teams scramble for depth behind the starter. Kenny Pickett’s trade to the Las Vegas Raiders clears the way for Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders to back up Joe Flacco in Cleveland, signaling a measured bump for rookies while veteran insurance remains wide open.

Across the league, 10+ QBs hit the open market or were unsigned, including Bailey Zappe, John Wolford, Hendon Hooker, Dorian Thompson-Robinson, Kyle Trask, and others. Expect a flurry of waiver and free-agent movement as teams chase affordable upside and future upside at the game's most important position.

The Vikings opened the roster-cut window, trimming 11 players in the first wave ahead of the 53-man deadline. Brett Rypien and outside linebacker Cam Gill had contracts terminated, and nine players were waived, including Reddy Steward, Keenan Garber, Tre Stewart, Mishael Powell, Logan Brown, Zack Bailey, Silas Bolden, Robert Lewis and Travis Bell. Minnesota also pivoted by shipping out its No. 2 quarterback Sam Howell trade fallout and adding Carson Wentz, reshaping the QB room just ahead of Week 1 implications. Bolden and Lewis were in the running for return duties but did not climb the depth chart in the return game either. Bolden contributed a 57-yard return last week, and Stewart saw some preseason carries. The Vikings sit at 79 on the roster with Tuesday’s deadline fast approaching and more cuts expected, signaling a shakeup that could alter depth-chart decisions and fantasy implications for backfield and return specialists.

Max Brosmer's Friday night performance put him in clear backup contention behind J.J. McCarthy, while Brett Rypien's uneven night opened the door for Brosmer to seize the spot. Jeshaun Jones flashed dependable hands and rising confidence, Bo Richter showed edge upside but inconsistent pressure. McCarthy sat, underscoring Minnesota's cautious Week 1 plan. The Titans provided a stern depth test, but Flores’ roster evaluation prevailed, highlighting key bets for dynasty depth and late-round upside.

Max Brosmer shined again for Minnesota, finishing 15-of-23 for 161 yards with a touchdown against Tennessee. A 36-yard strike to Dontae Fleming set up a Bryson Nesbit 21-yard TD three plays later, capping a drive that underscored his readiness for extended action. The performance, coming with Sam Howell sidelined, bolsters his case for a spot on the 53-man roster.

With Brett Rypien providing veteran steadiness, Brosmer’s continued growth could shape Minnesota’s early-season depth plan. If he maintains poise, accuracy, and quick decision-making, fantasy managers should watch for any late-season or red-zone usage that could unlock a surprising, if limited, fantasy path behind Cousins.