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NFL·HOT_TAKE·August 31, 2026 09:17 PM ET

Van Roten has earned the top backup role

Ben Brown was released after an injury in Week 1 of the preseason.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 11 min read
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Reserve C/G Ben Brown has been released, which is the second roster move to make room for today’s waiver claims. Brown Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: Brown had been the top backup at both center and guard during training camp before getting injured. Van Roten has assumed those duties since then.

Why it matters: Availability matters most for a reserve expected to Van Roten is already handling the role Brown vacated, so the depth chart should reflect that reality.

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