While it may be hard to believe, the 2025 NFL preseason is already winding down. The final exhibition games will be played on August 23, and rosters must be trimmed to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on August 26.
Over the next week, teams will make some incredibly difficult roster decisions. As a result, several former starters, high draft picks and seasoned vets will find themselves back on the open market. Some will quickly find new homes on active rosters or practice squads, while others will loom as potential in-season injury replacements.
Below, you’ll find 10 of the biggest names who could soon hit the market, based on recent production, contract implications, health, positional value, team fit, roster makeup and any other situation-specific factors.