What happened: Minnesota released Dyson from injured reserve with an injury settlement before attempting to bring him back on its practice squad. The NFL transaction wire rejected that subsequent contract Tuesday.
Why it matters: The timing could matter because teams generally cannot re-sign players released from injured reserve until their settlement period expires. Minnesota loses a planned depth option unless it completes a compliant transaction later.
By the numbers: Dyson recorded 27 tackles and 4.5 sacks across 10 UFL games in 2026, averages of 2.7 tackles and 0.45 sacks per game.
What to watch: Minnesota can revisit the arrangement or use the practice-squad opening on another edge rusher.