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Everything you need to know about NFL practice squads

The Chicago Bears will wrap up their 2018 preseason tonight against the Buffalo Bills, and by now they have a good idea of how their 53-man roster will shape up. There are likely a few players actually playing for a roster spot, but the real drama will come as the Bears look to who belongs on their 10-man practice squad.

Before I get into the “what” and “how” of the practice squad, here is the time line for this weekend.

  • September 1 - All teams must have their 53-man rosters set by 3:00 pm CT.