Stone Forsythe replaces Munford as the Raiders’ swing tackle, a move aimed at stabilizing Las Vegas’ edge protection behind Miller and Glaze. Forsythe, a four-year veteran with Seattle and Giants, reunites with Carroll’s network and brings versatility at both tackle spots. Munford’s rough preseason (37.6 pass-block grade, seven pressures, one sack) opened the door for Forsythe, who bypassed waivers as a vested veteran. Vegas added Dalton Wagner to the practice squad, signaling a broader buffer to shore up the line.

The Raiders’ depth reshuffle underscores a clear priority on pass protection and run blocking, with Forsythe expected to soak up swing duties and keep the interior clean. Fantasy managers should note the shift in line stability and how it could influence the Raiders’ protection schemes and backfield efficiency in early-season games.

Las Vegas continues reshaping after the 53-man cut, signaling flexibility ahead of Week 1 with New England. John Spytek defends a string of roster moves and stresses an alignment-driven, coach-led approach with the Raiders’ staff.

Kenny Pickett surfaces as a mobile, pocket-moving option; Aidan O’Connell’s injury adds urgency, with O’Connell on IR to keep roster flexibility while two healthy QBs sit on the active roster. Stone Forsythe slides in as the new swing tackle, Munford Jr. is waived, and the Week 1 matchup vs the Patriots becomes the test for the evolving depth and QB plan.

New York Giants cap space is tighter than it appears. After trimming to 53, they sit around $4.143 million, the second-worst figure in the league, just ahead of the Bills, with the Top 51 rule still in play. The objective? reach roughly $8-$10 million to absorb practice-squad elevations and roster upgrades for injuries during the year.

A massive chunk of cap is tied to dead money (Daniel Jones, Darren Waller, and others), totaling $28.981 million, about 12.4% of the year’s cap. The Giants could create space by converting base salaries (Thomas, Lawrence II, Runyan Jr.) into signing bonuses that prorate over the contract lifetimes.

IR and inactive/PUP players chew into cap space ($4.267M and $3.318M respectively), underscoring how Week 1 availability intersects with payroll. The outcome hinges on maneuvering contracts and timing, leaving plenty to watch as cap-conversion moves unfold.

The Seattle Seahawks will be without starting right tackle Abraham Lucas as they conclude the 2024 season against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Lucas is sidelined due to a new abdomen injury and did not practice throughout the week. With the Seahawks eliminated from playoff contention, it's prudent to rest him in a game of no consequence. Veteran Stone Forsythe and rookie Mike Jerrell are potential replacements for Lucas in the lineup.

This season has been particularly challenging for Lucas, who has missed over half of the games for the second consecutive year. He began the season on the PUP list following offseason knee surgery and only returned to the field in Week 11. Despite his struggles with injuries, he started the last seven games, contributing to a 5-2 record while allowing 17 pressures and two sacks without any penalties.

With Lucas out, the Seahawks will also miss cornerback Josh Jobe, who injured his knee in a Week 17 win. Jobe, who joined the team’s practice squad in September, had emerged as a starter and had been effective in coverage. Tre Brown is expected to start in his place, with rookie Nehemiah Pritchett also active, and veteran Artie Burns could be elevated from the practice squad if needed. Additionally, rookie defensive tackle Byron Murphy II is questionable due to a back issue, which may lead to further roster adjustments.

The Seattle Seahawks have released wide receiver and kick returner Laviska Shenault Jr. following a poor performance by the special teams against the New York Jets. Shenault's mistakes, including two fumbles and a missed kick return, contributed to the team's struggles in the Week 13 matchup.

With Shenault's departure, the Seahawks are expected to fill his roster spot by signing a free agent or promoting a player from their practice squad. Rookie Kenny McIntosh may step in to handle special teams duties.