When is NFL roster cutdown day? Deadline date and practice squad rules for 2026

With the 2026 NFL preseason winding down, it’s time to look ahead to roster cutdown day. Teams are under construction as decision-makers frantically try to meet requirements for both the active roster and practice squad. Some cuts will be easy, while others will be difficult decisions that could come back to haunt teams. Can you keep a hidden gem on your practice squad, or will they be scooped up…