Former Washington Players' NFL Roster Outcomes Revealed
Of 40 former University of Washington players, 23 secured spots on NFL 53-man rosters after cutdown day. Rookies Denzel Boston, Jonah Coleman, Tacario Davis, Epheisans Prysock, and Carver Willis all made teams, while Zach Durfee landed on injured reserve. Veteran safety Budda Baker extended his streak to a 10th season with the Cardinals.
The cutdown results highlight a strong pipeline from Montlake to the NFL, with 23 of 40 former Huskies earning active roster spots. Rookies from last season’s team fared particularly well, as five first-year players—including two cornerbacks and an offensive lineman—made their respective squads. Veteran safety Budda Baker remains the program’s most enduring pro, now entering his tenth season with Arizona, while defensive tackle Vita Vea secured a lucrative one-year extension with Tampa Bay.
Several notable players did not survive final cuts. Tight ends Devin Culp and Jack Westover, who had made rosters the previous two years, were waived. Edge rusher Bralen Trice, a 2024 third-round pick, was released by Atlanta after two knee injuries kept him from ever playing a regular-season game. A trade also sent tight end Mark Redman from the Rams to the Packers for a seventh-round pick.
This roster news may affect fan engagement and local pride in Washington, as supporters track former players’ careers. The success of five rookies could reinforce the program’s recruiting appeal, while the release of veterans like Trice highlights the precarious nature of NFL employment. For players, each cut reshapes their immediate livelihood and long-term prospects, potentially influencing how future prospects weigh college choices and professional readiness.