The NFL preseason is over. The season is less than a week away from kicking off -- and that means it's time for teams to trim their rosters to 53 players before Saturday's roster deadline.

The last week of August means it's the final chance for players to prove their 53-man roster worthiness. Here's what to watch for during Thursday's 16-game slate of preseason finales.

Will Calvin Ridley help return the Falcons' offense to the ranks of the elite? Can Marcus Davenport elevate the Saints' pass rush? Herbie Teope gets you ready for camp in the NFC South.

Texas-San Antonio defensive end Marcus Davenport was selected No. 14 overall by the New Orleans Saints after the team traded its 27th and 147th overall picks in this year's draft, plus their 2019 first-round pick to Green Bay.

The Saints earned the win Sunday but suffered a big loss on defense. Pass-rusher Alex Okafor is out for the season with a torn Achilles, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports.

The New Orleans Saints signed veteran defensive end Darryl Tapp. The Saints have been searching for pass-rushing depth this offseason.

Aqib Talib missed out on a trip to The White House after suffering a gunshot wound this week, and Eugene Monroe continues to have a job in Baltimore -- for now. Gregg Rosenthal recaps the week.

Colin Kaepernick says he's a changed man in San Francisco, but what's going on with Austin Seferian-Jenkins in Tampa Bay? Chris Wesseling recaps all of the big storylines from Thursday.

New Orleans Saints pass rusher Hau'oli Kikaha has been diagnosed with a torn ACL and will miss the entire 2016 season, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

The first full week of OTAs just concluded, and it marks an important milestone in the year. Here's what we have learned so far after one week of OTAs around the league.

The NFC South boasts the conference's defending champ, who look headed for another divisional title. Kevin Patra examines which rosters can best challenge the Carolina Panthers.

The NFC South boasts the conference's defending champ, who look headed for another divisional title. Kevin Patra examines which rosters can best challenge the Carolina Panthers.

Free agency and the draft are around the corner -- which means it's time for Gregg Rosenthal to assess NFC team needs. Check out three major holes each squad in the conference must contend with.

The New Orleans Saints are bringing in former Rams linebacker James Laurinaitis for a visit on Tuesday. Will Laurinaitis play for the Saints next season?

With Jameis Winston heading a stellar draft class, the future looks bright for the Buccaneers. How about the rest of the NFC South? Bucky Brooks provides rookie grades and combine outlooks.

Which teams have 2015 draft classes that are most promising, and which still have the most to prove? Daniel Jeremiah ranks each team's class based on its performance in the regular season.

Cardinals running back David Johnson is a sleeper pick for Rookie of the Year. Find out who else made Chris Wesseling's list of the top 10 rookies.

Todd Gurley has been one of the best players at his position this season. Can his competition for Offensive Rookie of the Year say the same? Chris Wesseling explores.

Marcus Mariota and Dorial Green-Beckham headline a Titans draft class that is paying dividends. Find out who else made Chris Wesseling's Rookie of the Year watch for Week 14.

Jameis Winston has raised his game in recent weeks, and that hasn't gone unnoticed in our latest Rookie Watch. Which other first-year players have caught Chris Wesseling's eye?

Jeremy Langford could be moving toward becoming the Bears' running back of future based off his strong play in the wake of Matt Forte's injury. Chris Wesseling takes a look at this year's top rookies.

Around The NFL's Rookie of the Year watch heats up for quarterbacks Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota. Find out where Chris Wesseling ranks 2015's first-year stars.

Andrew Luck will try to right the Colts' ship against Peyton Manning, DeMarcus Ware and the undefeated Broncos. Kevin Patra breaks down everything you need to know about the Week 9 matchups.

Amari Cooper has exploded onto the scene and Jameis Winston is showing great promise, but not every newbie's taking the NFL by storm (see: DeVante Parker). Daniel Jeremiah studies the rookie class.