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.