The 2025 NFL offseason has been marked by a wave of roster changes, driven not only by salary cap implications but also by evolving team strategies and emerging talent from the collegiate level. Teams across the league are releasing veteran players and trimming their rosters ahead of training camps, with an eye toward cap flexibility and long-term competitiveness. This article provides a *complete and regularly updated list* of NFL football cuts for 2025, with each team’s key player releases documented in detail.
The player cuts represent more than just farewell announcements—they often indicate major schematic overhauls, youth movements, or the end of an era for crucial players. Here’s everything you need to know about which players were released in 2025 and what it could mean for their respective teams going forward.
AFC East
Buffalo Bills
- Jordan Poyer, S – The veteran safety was released after eight seasons with the Bills, saving the team $6.3 million in cap space.
- Latavius Murray, RB – Age played a factor as the Bills parted ways with the 35-year-old back.
Miami Dolphins
- Emmanuel Ogbah, DE – A cap casualty as Miami focuses on younger pass rushers.
- Chase Edmonds, RB – Releasing Edmonds cleared $5.2 million and opened more snaps for De’Von Achane and others.
New England Patriots
- DeVante Parker, WR – With a youth movement at wideout, Parker was seen as expendable.
- Lawrence Guy, DL – A longtime anchor on defense, Guy was let go to create $4 million in cap space.
New York Jets
- C.J. Uzomah, TE – The Jets released Uzomah following a season underwhelming statistically.
- D.J. Reed, CB – A surprise release, indicating a potential shift in secondary priorities for the Jets.
NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
- Michael Gallup, WR – Injuries and inconsistent play led to his release despite an expensive contract.
- Jourdan Lewis, CB – With younger corners developing, Lewis was let go to free cap room.
New York Giants
- Mark Glowinski, G – The aging lineman was a casualty of the team’s desire to get younger up front.
- Sterling Shepard, WR – Long considered a locker-room leader, Shepard’s injuries contributed to his release.
Philadelphia Eagles
- Fletcher Cox, DT – After a career as one of the NFL’s elite interior linemen, Cox’s release marks the end of an era.
- Boston Scott, RB – With backfield depth emerging, Scott was no longer a roster necessity.
Washington Commanders
- Logan Thomas, TE – An unfortunate mix of injury and declining production led to his release.
- Kendall Fuller, CB – The Commanders look to rebuild their secondary around younger talent.
AFC North
Baltimore Ravens
- Odell Beckham Jr., WR – A high-profile signing in 2024, OBJ was released after one underwhelming season.
- Patrick Queen, LB – A surprising release amidst contract disputes and cap limitations.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Joe Mixon, RB – With younger backs ascending and Mixon’s high cap number, the Bengals opted to move on.
- Tyler Boyd, WR – A longtime contributor, Boyd’s departure was about both cap space and opportunity cost.
Cleveland Browns
- Kareem Hunt, RB – With Nick Chubb recovering well, Hunt was no longer seen as essential.
- Anthony Walker Jr., LB – The Browns are prioritizing speed and age on defense.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Mitch Trubisky, QB – Pittsburgh is committed to its younger quarterbacks.
- Allen Robinson, WR – A veteran presence, Robinson’s performance did not meet expectations in 2024.
NFC North
Chicago Bears
- Cody Whitehair, OL – A former Pro Bowl guard, Whitehair was not in the Bears’ long-term plans.
- Eddie Jackson, S – Declining play and a hefty contract led to his early departure.
Detroit Lions
- Marvin Jones Jr., WR – Retirement rumors swirled in early March before his formal release.
- Charles Harris, DE – Depth along the defensive line made Harris expendable.
Green Bay Packers
- David Bakhtiari, LT – Injuries have plagued the once-elite left tackle for multiple seasons.
- De’Vondre Campbell, LB – Campbell’s release saves $7 million amid the team’s youth reset on defense.
Minnesota Vikings
- Kirk Cousins, QB – With his contract up and a transition underway, Cousins was not re-signed and released from roster obligations.
- Harrison Smith, S – A franchise legend whose release marks a defensive reset in Minnesota.
Conclusion: What These Cuts Reveal
The 2025 NFL cut list reads like a changing of the guard. Multiple teams are pivoting toward youth, athleticism, and financial flexibility, often at the expense of long-standing veterans. For many fans, the release of beloved players will be difficult to accept, but for front offices managing future competitiveness, these decisions are strategic necessities.
Expect to see many of these veteran players find new homes on one-year deals or transition into retirement and broadcasting careers. For emerging rookies, these cuts clear a path toward immediate impact opportunities.
Stay tuned as we continue to update this list during key league calendar events, including preseason rosters and final 53-man decisions heading into the fall.
