Today was the deadline for the first round of NFL roster cuts. Here’re the list of casualties, based on current reporting.
Phil Taylor (CLE) – Taylor was most surprising name on the list, by far. Some reports indicate that Taylor asked to be released. A former first-round pick in 2011, Taylor’s been beset by knee injuries, and was rehabbing from a season-ending injury sustained in late 2014. Taylor’s ask and the Browns answer are both an indication of how well 1st round pick Danny Shelton has played in pre-season.