Carolina trimmed 18 players to reach the initial 53-man roster, with most cuts headed to waivers and a path to the Panthers’ practice squad if unclaimed. Carolina still needs 19 more spots by Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline as it finalizes depth, while one vested veteran, Matthew Wright, was released. The list features Plummer, Perkins, Bailey, Lynch-Adams, Hudson, George, Luther, Dafney, Losoya, Kandra, Weaver, Windmon, Broughton, Dotson, Swilling, Henderson, Gifford, and Wright.

The Las Vegas Raiders have made significant strides in the 2025 NFL Draft with a strong class led by GM John Spytek and head coach Pete Carroll. With 11 selections, they began their new era by choosing Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty as the sixth overall pick, aiming to add firepower to their offense. They further bolstered their receiving corps with TCU's Jack Bech and Tennessee's Dont'e Thornton, alongside versatile offensive linemen. The Raiders' defensive strategy faced critique for only selecting one cornerback, prompting the signing of Kansas cornerback Mello Dotson as an undrafted free agent. Dotson, a First-Team All-Big 12 player, is noted for his impressive interception stats and could challenge for a starting role.

As the Los Angeles Rams gear up for the 2025 NFL Draft, the cornerback position appears to be a top priority. Following a season where they ranked poorly in passing yards allowed and touchdowns, bolstering their secondary is essential. Three cornerbacks are on their radar across the draft's three days, starting with Trey Amos from Ole Miss, a potential first-rounder with significant playmaking ability.

In the second round, O’Donnell Fortune from South Carolina offers versatility after transitioning from safety. Finally, Mello Dotson from Kansas rounds out their options as a later-round selection who could thrive in zone coverage. Each selection could reshape the Rams' defensive outlook moving forward.