Overview

• Teams finalized 53-man rosters on Aug. 26–27, resulting in seven Germans being released, including fullback Jakob Johnson.
• Five have since joined practice squads: Lenny Krieg (Falcons), Maximilian Mang (Colts), Julius Welschof (Steelers), Lorenz Metz (Buccaneers) and Leander Wiegand (Jets).
• Johnson was released by the Texans and, due to veteran status, bypassed waivers and became an immediate free agent.
• Kilian Zierer remains unsigned as of the latest reports after being waived by the Browns.
• IPP rules provide an extra practice-squad spot for international players, aiding quick landings for some cuts, with 1,184 releases reported league-wide.