Dallas shockingly traded Micah Parsons to Green Bay, a move Jerry Jones framed as bigger than any one player. Parsons, a four-time Pro Bowler, leaves a defense that carried the Cowboys’ ceiling for years and lands with a Packers squad seeking a faster path to legitimacy around Jordan Love. Dallas counters with a long-term plan, turning space and cap into youth and depth for a future window.

Packers fans herald a defensive upgrade while fantasy managers reassess value across both teams. The Cowboys’ 53-man roster talks for 2025 add intrigue as depth charts shift, and Traeshon Holden’s practice squad saga highlights the churn surrounding such a blockbuster. In short, the parity of the trade reshapes immediate expectations and long-term ambitions for both franchises.

Washington’s roster cut window looms after a rocky preseason finale, with Sam Hartman’s shaky day making the QB battle a signal that the 53-man decisions will be brutal. The WR room is crowded but McLaurin, Samuel, Noah Brown and rookie Jaylin Lane look like the likely top four, leaving the rest fighting for practice squad or waiver spots as the organization gauges returnability and versatility.

Quinn and Peters pore over practice data and game film, weighing Hartman’s turnovers against the need for a reliable third quarterback behind Daniels and Mariota. The kicker job remains a lingering question as Matt Gay’s two misses spur speculation about a potential audition with waiver-wire additions looming after cutdown day. Sept. 7 vs Giants marks the true start, but the next 48 hours will decide the complexion of Washington’s depth and fantasy-relevant roles.

With McLaurin sidelined for much of training camp, Luke McCaffrey has stepped into multiple roles, and Ale Kaho and Ale Kaho-like versatility add intriguing floor to special teams and sub-packages. Veterans like Osborn and Gallup may explore free agency, Ja’Corey Brooks and Jacoby Jones chase practice-squad dreams, and late-round rookies could push for the final WR spots. The waiver wire could reshape the roster before Week 1, and fantasy managers should monitor Washington’s snap splits and return duties closely.

Washington’s roster cut window looms after a rocky preseason finale, with Sam Hartman’s shaky day making the QB battle a signal that the 53-man decisions will be brutal. The WR room is crowded but McLaurin, Samuel, Noah Brown and rookie Jaylin Lane look like the likely top four, leaving the rest fighting for practice squad or waiver spots as the organization gauges returnability and versatility.

Quinn and Peters pore over practice data and game film, weighing Hartman’s turnovers against the need for a reliable third quarterback behind Daniels and Mariota. The kicker job remains a lingering question as Matt Gay’s two misses spur speculation about a potential audition with waiver-wire additions looming after cutdown day. Sept. 7 vs Giants marks the true start, but the next 48 hours will decide the complexion of Washington’s depth and fantasy-relevant roles.

With McLaurin sidelined for much of training camp, Luke McCaffrey has stepped into multiple roles, and Ale Kaho and Ale Kaho-like versatility add intriguing floor to special teams and sub-packages. Veterans like Osborn and Gallup may explore free agency, Ja’Corey Brooks and Jacoby Jones chase practice-squad dreams, and late-round rookies could push for the final WR spots. The waiver wire could reshape the roster before Week 1, and fantasy managers should monitor Washington’s snap splits and return duties closely.

Colts Week 2 preseason versus Green Bay highlighted Indianapolis’ depth and some standout performers according to Pro Football Focus. Chris Lammons led the way with an 88.4 grade, delivering two pressures and a sack as a blitzer and showing solid coverage with three pass breakups. Jelani Woods followed at 86.7, drawing heavy targets (six) and contributing as a blocker on seven plays, even though he gained just 22 receiving yards. Tyler Warren (85.9) secured a 25-yard catch and flashed as a potential explosive target, while Luke Tenuta (85.7) stepped in at right tackle after injuries to Braden Smith and Blake Freeland, posting favorable marks in the run game and pass protection. Anthony Gould (85.2) served as a reliable option with three catches for 30 yards, including a long gain negated by a penalty. On the negative side, Adetomiwa Adebawore (29.8) showed some address, but struggled in the run game, and Marcus Haynes (38.8) faced difficulties in run defense. PFF cautions that grading is only one tool, but these marks shape roster discussions and fantasy angle considerations as Colts navigate their depth chart.