With the start of the NFL season rapidly approaching, we've reached the deadline for teams across the league to trim their rosters down to 53 players.
While there will be more action over the next few days due to the waiver wire, teams are making some difficult decisions that will impact their regular season roster. As we know, there are plenty of former Tar Heels scattered across the league battling for roster spots, but unfortunately, there will be some guys who will need to look for a new landing spot.
We break down all the NFL roster cut information regarding your favorite former Tar Heels below:
NFL Roster moves involving former UNC football players
Baltimore Ravens
Kaimon Rucker- Waived
Los Angeles Rams
Tomon Fox- Waived
New England Patriots
Amari Gainer- Waived
Grateful for every opportunity 🏎️💨
— AMARI FERRARI 🏎💨 (@AmariGainer) August 29, 2026
Thankful for the Patriots organization, my coaches, teammates, and everyone in the building. Nothing but love for the relationships built and the people who believed in me.
God’s plan is greater than mine. Staying faithful, staying ready, and… pic.twitter.com/5COM7KIneU
New York Giants
Joshua Ezeudu- Traded to the Kansas City Chiefs
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