The Las Vegas Raiders just released their official roster for the 2025 season, and unfortunately, former Montana State quarterback Tommy Mellott was waived by the team. While fans in Montana are disappointed, there’s still hope for Mellott in the NFL.
Tommy Mellott is one of the most beloved athletes in Montana State history. When “Touchdown Tommy” was on the field, opposing teams had their work cut out for them.
At times, it seemed like he put the rest of his teammates on his back and carried them to victory. A native of Butte, Mellott became a hometown hero, and even Griz fans couldn’t deny the magic that Tommy created when he lined up behind center.
Advice for Tommy Mellott After Surprising Cut By Raiders
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The Raiders drafted Tommy Mellott in the sixth round of the NFL draft, and fans have been paying close attention to his performance in preseason games. While many were hopeful that Mellott would make the official roster, it seems that the Raiders had other plans.
On Tuesday, the Raiders released the official roster for the 2025 season, and both Tommy Mellott and Cam Miller were waived. According to CBS News, there’s a good chance that Mellott will be added to the practice squad if he clears waivers.
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Regardless of what happens, fans in Big Sky Country will always love Tommy Mellott. While not making the roster is discouraging, Mellott always could bounce back. He’s a hard worker, and that hard work will pay off in a big way eventually.
We’re rooting for you, Tommy!
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