The Titans Move On From Will Levis
Perhaps the most stunning move of the weekend was the Tennessee Titans waiving quarterback Will Levis. Just over three years ago, Levis was a second-round draft pick and considered a potential long-term answer for the franchise. But fortunes change quickly
in the NFL. The Titans' new front office selected quarterback Cam Ward with the first overall pick in the 2025 draft, signaling a clear shift in direction. With Ward now the unquestioned starter and veteran Mitchell Trubisky winning the backup job, Levis was left without a seat when the music stopped. For a team to move on from a player they invested a high draft pick in just a few years prior is a massive, and expensive, admission of a mistake. It underscores a complete philosophical reset in Tennessee and sends a former potential franchise QB to the waiver wire, where he'll surely attract interest from teams desperate for a reclamation project.
Dallas Makes a Couple of Head-Scratching Cuts
The Dallas Cowboys are no strangers to the spotlight, and their roster decisions certainly gave fans and analysts plenty to talk about. The team waived two recent draft picks: running back Jaydon Blue, a fifth-rounder from 2025, and edge rusher Sam Williams, a second-round selection from 2022. Cutting a second-round pick after just four seasons is particularly noteworthy, as players with that draft pedigree are typically given more rope. Williams had shown flashes of potential, but was ultimately unable to secure his spot. The decision to part with Blue was also surprising, given the team's questionable running back depth. These moves suggest a stark 'what have you done for me lately' mentality in Dallas and a willingness to admit when a draft pick isn't panning out, regardless of the initial investment. It’s a high-risk, high-reward strategy that could leave them thin at key positions or could be seen as a masterstroke of roster discipline if their replacements pan out.
The Dolphins Overhaul Their QB Room
The Miami Dolphins decided one backup quarterback wasn't enough; they needed a whole new set. In a whirlwind of moves, the team traded away Quinn Ewers to the Jacksonville Jaguars before cutting their other two reserve quarterbacks, Cam Miller and Mark Gronowski. Then, in a corresponding move, they acquired Kyle McCord from the Green Bay Packers. This rapid-fire turnover shows a complete lack of faith in the quarterbacks behind their starter. For Miami, it's a clear signal that the front office was deeply uncomfortable with their contingency plans. By trading for McCord, who had a solid preseason with Green Bay, the Dolphins paid a price to get a player they felt was a significant upgrade, effectively reshaping their most important position group in a matter of hours.
A Former Top-10 Pick Hits the Market Again
Evan Neal’s journey in the NFL took another difficult turn as the New York Giants released the offensive lineman. Neal was the seventh overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, a selection that comes with massive expectations. To be released by the team that drafted you so high just a few years into your career is a dramatic fall from grace. Neal started many games for the Giants, but his tenure was marked by inconsistency. His release is a testament to how quickly a player's stock can plummet, even for those with elite draft pedigrees. While his career is far from over, it serves as a cautionary tale. Other teams will now have the chance to take a low-risk flier on a player with immense physical tools, hoping a change of scenery can unlock the potential a top-10 pick is supposed to have.
