JuJu Brents and Jelani Woods moved off waivers amid Colts cuts, landing with Miami and New York respectively, as Week 1 op calendars shift fantasy angles. Brents brings speed and length to a Dolphins secondary short on depth, while Woods adds a 6-7 red-zone and blocking option for the Jets behind rookie Mason Taylor. The ripple effects reach Colts’ defense and the rival backfields, with Miami and New York both adding immediate upside pieces from a notable roster churn.

Colts may pivot corners with a potential Hilton workout hinting at a post-cut shuffle. For fantasy managers, Brents’ health history and Dolphins’ scheme affordability matter; Woods’ role hinges on health and Jets’ usage in two-TE looks. Both moves create opportunities for late-round fliers and defensive-depth considerations in dynasty formats and daily fantasy early weeks.

Patriots hold fourth in waiver order and are weighing a slate of 10 waiver targets aimed at upgrading QB depth, inline TE/OL ability, and a more aggressive defensive front after this week’s cuts. The group includes Tommy DeVito, Jakob Johnson, Treyton Welch, Jaelyn Duncan, DeMarvin Leal, Gabriel Murphy, JuJu Brents, Javon Foster, Esa Pole, and Seth McLaughlin, with Titans’ Josh Whyle and Andrew Rupcich noted as long-shot but possible add-ons. New England plans to stay fluid as upgrades surface in the next days.

The Dolphins are weighing waiver-wire adds after trimming to 53, targeting five players who could bring speed or upside without wrecking current roles. The short list includes Armour-Davis, Woods, Dulcich, Pole and Estime. Waiver moves are usually modest bets, but these options offer clear paths to the 53 if they clear and fit Miami’s scheme.

Armour-Davis boosts corner depth with elite speed and familiarity with Weaver’s system; Woods or Dulcich would reshape the TE room; Pole provides o-line athleticism; Estime injects downhill power behind a run game that could use a punch. Expect a handful of claims, with real upside if the fit is right.

Miami fans should track which of these players lands and how quickly they carve out a role, especially given Waller’s ongoing absence and the need for versatile weapons in a crowded offense.

Colts trim to 53 ahead of the Tuesday 4 p.m. ET deadline, moving from 91 players while designating Jaylon Carlies to return from IR. They released and waived a wide mix of veterans and depth pieces, then set up for free-agent pickups and a 16-man practice squad built largely from their own waived players. Fantasy players should watch for shifts at tight end, linebacker, and wide receiver as the Colts retool their upside bets.

Key Young Colts targets to monitor include Jelani Woods stepping into a larger tight-end role behind Hayden Hurst if the offense leans heavier on two-TE sets, and lurking depth options like Ajou Ajou, Austin Ajiake, and Ulysses Bentley IV on the RB/WR mix. These adjustments will influence Week 1 allocations and sneaky streamer opportunities.

Colts 53-man roster for 2025 is headlined by a quarterback room featuring Daniel Jones, Riley Leonard, and Anthony Richardson, with Richardson expected to drive the offense. The backfield pairs Jonathan Taylor with D.J. Giddens and Tyler Goodson, while the receiving corps houses Pittman Jr., Downs, and Pierce alongside tight ends Alie-Cox and Mallory. Anton Nelson and Bernhard Raimann anchor a capable line.

Defensively, Indy stacks DeForest Buckner, Samson Ebukam, Neville Gallimore, Kwity Paye, and J.T. Tuimoloau with a solid front, while Joe Bachie, Zaire Franklin, and Cameron McGrone pace the linebackers. Cornerbacks include Mekhi Blackmon, Johnathan Edwards, Xavien Howard, and Charvarius Ward; safeties Camryn Bynum, Nick Cross, and Rodney Thomas II round out the secondary.

Notable cuts included Jelani Woods, Chris Lammons, JuJu Brents, and Isaiah Land, signaling a swift post-deadline reshuffle as the Colts pursue a playoff bid and AFC South title under Shane Steichen. With the first 53 in place, Indianapolis will still be active — refining depth and roles to maximize 2025 potential.