The Dallas Cowboys waived veteran linebacker Rashaan Evans on Wednesday.
In discussing the move, head coach Mike McCarthy cited the benefits from activating offensive tackle Matt Waletzko from injured reserve, with Waletzko taking Evans' spot on the roster.
"We'll answer that at the end of the week. I think that's important to be answered then," McCarthy said. "These are roster moves, and they're tough moves. It's a bit of a catch-22. We're a healthy football team, and we hope that it stays that way.
"But when you get down to this time of year, you start to project, particularly with young players; this is why you have to make tough decisions like this.