Interesting read..........

Preseason Approach May See Changes

Mike Reiss, Boston Globe -

One change in the NFL this year that will impact the way some clubs approach their preparations for the preseason is the 80-man roster limit. In past years, teams had the use of up to six additional players through NFL Europa roster exemptions. But NFL Europa has folded and owners seemingly have not made it a priority to increase the roster limit. Some coaches are concerned about over-taxing players too soon, and rushing in their evaluations of some fringe-roster players because they have less flexibility on their roster.