NFL roster roundup: Eagles waive QB Kyle McCord

Field Level Media|published: Mon 25th August, 17:12 2025

NFL: Philadelphia Eagles at New York Jets

Aug 22, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Kyle McCord (19) looks to pass the ball during the first quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images

Quarterback Kyle McCord's time with his hometown Eagles was short, with Philadelphia waiving the rookie just months after picking him in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

NFL teams have until 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday to reduce their active rosters to 53 players.

A native of nearby Mount Laurel, N.J., McCord played every snap of the Eagles' 19-17 preseason win over the New York Jets Friday but largely did not impress throughout the preseason.

McCord's time appeared to run out when the Eagles trade for Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Howell on Sunday to add depth in the wake of Tanner McKee's injury.

McCord, 22, played college football at Ohio State and Syracuse.

MIAMI DOLPHINS

The Miami Dolphins are releasing veteran cornerback Mike Hilton, his agents confirmed on Monday.

Hilton, 31, signed with the Dolphins in free agency on July 26 after four seasons each with Pittsburgh (2017-20) and Cincinnati (2021-24).

Hilton has recorded 13 interceptions, 11.5 sacks, 520 tackles (66 for losses) and 56 passes defensed in 123 career games (56 starts).

--Field Level Media