On Sept. 5, NFL teams were forced to make cuts in order to trim their roster down to 53 players.
While the deadline is a celebration for some, it’s absolutely heartbreaking for others. Unfortunately, several former Longhorns will be looking for a new opportunity elsewhere as they did not make the initial 53-man roster for their respective teams.
A few of the Texas ex’s are expected to either be signed to the practice squad and/or be picked up by another team. Let’s take a closer look at the players that were considered on the bubble to survive the final round of roster cuts.
Denver Broncos
Andrew Beck – TE/FB
- Made the initial 53-man roster.
Calvin Anderson – OL
- Made the initial 53-man roster.
P.J. Locke – DB
- Waived on Sept. 5
- Denver appears interested in bringing him back as a practice squad member if he clears waivers.
Philadelphia Eagles
Tyrone Swoopes – TE
- Waived on Sept. 5
New Orleans Saints
Lil’Jordan Humphrey – WR
- Waived on Sept. 5
Malcolm Roach – DL
- Made the initial 53-man roster.
Indianapolis Colts
Marcus Johnson – WR
- Waived on Sept. 5
- Team sources indicate that Indianapolis hopes to bring Johnson back as a practice squad member if he clears waivers.
Los Angeles Chargers
Malik Jefferson – LB
- Waived on Sept. 5
Tennessee Titans
Geoff Swaim – TE
- Made initial 53-man roster.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Zach Shackelford – OL
- Has not been confirmed yet.