While the end of the preseason marks the beginning of the regular season, it also signifies the end of a dream — at least temporarily — for many football players. During the preseason, NFL clubs are able to carry 90 players on their rosters. During the regular season, they are only allowed 53, plus a 16-man practice squad.

The Giants got an early start towards the 53-man roster in the aftermath of their preseason finale, making eight moves. They made two more transactions Sunday in advance of cut down day, meaning the roster is at 80 (kicker Jude McAtamney is 81, but he will be exempt and a member of the practice squad because of the International Pathway Program).