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By Kdog92@K_Dog92 Sep 7, 2016, 7:00am EDT

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Chris Hogan is stoked and ready to roll in his first Patriots season - Pats Pulpit
One of the Patriots' biggest offseason acquisitions is pumped up for the season to kick off, and also doesn't mind not having to sweat it out during roster cuts.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Todd Bowles: "We've Got to Go With Healthy Guys" - Gang Green Nation
Todd Bowles had some interesting words today when asked why Dee Milliner and Jace Amaro did not make the team. On factors that went into the decision to waive Dee Milliner… Nothing. The other...

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

TE Dan Vitale (failed physical) released by Bills - Buffalo Rumblings
The rookie fullback was just claimed on waivers from Tampa Bay yesterday.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

RB Justin Forsett to re-sign with the Baltimore Ravens - Baltimore Beatdown
Pandemonium. What felt like roster exodus included a completely blindsided cut, Ravens RB Justin Forsett was cut. Nobody expected this, with the Ravens depth chart sitting at two healthy running...

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

For the Pittsburgh Steelers to be super, Ben Roethlisberger and the offense must deliver - Behind the Steel Curtain
As the black and gold prepare for their season opener next Monday in our nation's capital, the path to a 7th Lombardi trophy lies in the play of their hall of fame QB and the weapons at his disposal.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Bengals Roster Cuts: P.J. Dawson clears waivers, becomes free agent - Cincy Jungle
It looks like P.J. Dawson will be back with the Bengals if he wants to be.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Full list of 10 players on the Cleveland Browns’ practice squad - Dawgs By Nature
The Browns' practice squad to begin the 2016 NFL season is complete.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Don't Assume The Texans Will Beat The Bears In Week One - Battle Red Blog
The Texans completed the 2016 preseason with a perfect 4-0 record. None of that matters now as the team prepares to open their season against the Chicago Bears.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

NFL roster cuts: Titans sign Marc Mariani and release Tre McBride - Music City Miracles
A blast from the past.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Jaguars announce 2016 practice squad - Big Cat Country
The Jaguars have finalized their practice squad for the 2016 season.

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Colts’ Chuck Pagano would be “shocked” if Kendall Langford misses Sunday’s game - Stampede Blue
It’s finally an actual game week for the Indianapolis Colts, as they have their roster cut down to 53 players and are preparing to face the Detroit Lions this Sunday in the regular season opener. ...

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Theory is about to meet reality as the Denver Broncos set to begin regular season - Mile High Report
When John Elway went out and got Peyton Manning, he showed the fans how committed he was to winning.

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

The Ringer: Chargers will be one of the worst teams in the NFL - Bolts From The Blue
The Ringer's Robert Mays ranks the Chargers at the bottom of the league in his 2016 Preview.

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

NFL waiver claims makes for some intriguing talent among second wave of roster cuts - Silver And Black Pride
A new crop of players landed on the waiver wire after the first wave of claims.

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Jamaal Charles unlikely to play in Chargers-Chiefs, Tamba Hali will - Arrowhead Pride
That hurts. Kind of.

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

Ben McAdoo: Josh Johnson adds “competition” for Ryan Nassib - Big Blue View
What the coach said Monday about roster moves, more

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles officially name Carson Wentz as Week 1 starting quarterback - Bleeding Green Nation
There it is.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

What, Exactly, Is Going On With The Randy Gregory Suspension? - Blogging The Boys
Sunday made one thing clear: no reporter knows what's going on with the embattled Dallas Cowboy defensive end. Here's some words straight from the NFLPA drug policy to try to clarify the very muddy water.

Washington Redskins (via Hogs Haven)

Redskins sign 9 players to practice squad - Hogs Haven
Washington signs 9 players who were with the team before final cuts

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

Packers will start Lane Taylor at left guard, says Mike McCarthy - Acme Packing Company
The Packers’ head coach discussed his plan without Josh Sitton and the status of Jordy Nelson on Monday.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Why keeping four receivers isn’t a huge risk for the Detroit Lions - Pride Of Detroit
The biggest surprise from the roster cuts came at the wide receiver position.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Bears sign K Connor Barth - Windy City Gridiron
The team has replaced Robbie Gould

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Bradford Trade: Final Thought - Daily Norseman
Taking everything and putting it into context. I hope

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Report: Saints, Drew Brees resume contract talks - Canal Street Chronicles
According to Jason La Canfora, the Saints and Drew Brees have picked contract talks up again

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

Security video shows bloody Bruce Miller following alleged assault, before arrest - Niners Nation
The San Francisco 49ers released tight end Bruce Miller following his arrest on an assault charge, and more information is emerging. Miller was arrested Monday morning after an incident in which he...

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Quarterback Evaluations for Arizona Cardinals will Continue - Revenge of the Birds
Ryan Lindley, Logan Thomas and Matt Barkley are gone, now it is time for Aaron Murray or Zac Dysert in Arizona

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Be wary of expectations when watching the Seahawks this season - Field Gulls
I’ve followed the Seattle Seahawks since 2002. I held no real expectation of them and so I enjoyed whenever I could hear them on the radio, but I wasn’t really invested yet ... In 2005, I was in my...

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

Los Angeles Rams QB Jared Goff Hasn't Even Been The Best NFL Rookie QB - Turf Show Times
Now with the preseason done and over with, let's look at the performance of Jared Goff, and examine how he has looked compared to other rookie QB's...