After their preseason game against the Cleveland Browns, the New England Patriots face a deadline to cut 37 players from their 90-man roster by August 30. Players with under four years of service will be subject to the waiver wire, allowing other teams to claim them, while vested veterans can become free agents immediately upon release. The waiver order reflects the 2026 NFL Draft order, with the Las Vegas Raiders holding the top spot. The Patriots have 40 players, including notable names, who will need to clear waivers before potentially signing elsewhere.
