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A pocket pair of 8s: Browns' Jared Verse, Dillion ...

A pocket pair of 8s: Browns' Jared Verse, Dillion ...

Summary

NFL teams can have two players wearing the same jersey number during offseason training and camps because there are many players on the roster. However, by late August, teams must reduce their rosters and eliminate duplicate numbers.

Key Facts

  • NFL allows duplicate jersey numbers during offseason workouts and training camp.
  • This is because team rosters can have up to 90 players in these periods.
  • The rule changes in late August when teams cut down the number of players.
  • After roster cuts, each player must have a unique jersey number.
  • This rule helps manage large team sizes early in the season preparation.
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