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The NFL's roster cutdown process is a nerve-racking time for players on the roster bubble. The final roster reduction to a maximum of 53 players must occur by 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, September 3.
Cuts can mean the end of careers for some veteran players, especially older ones, as most NFL players don't get to end their careers on their own terms. Older players can be in jeopardy during the final cutdown because versatility and salary become important factors in roster decisions.