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Saints have a surprising tie to top free agent guard David Edwards The New Orleans Saints have a surprising link to Buffalo Bills left guard David Edwards on their coaching staff. But money talks louder than anyone.

The New Orleans Saints have a surprising link to Buffalo Bills left guard David Edwards on their coaching staff. But money talks louder than anyone.
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Ruben Ray Martinez: Footage shows US citizen shot by ICE agent in Texas traffic stop The Department of Homeland Security did not disclose Martinez was shot by one of its agents until almost a year later.

Newly released footage shows an ICE agent killing Rubin Ray Martinez, 23, in his car in Texas.

"He was shot at point-blank range through his side window by an ICE agent who was in no danger."
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NFL free agency: 4 possible team fits for Saints corner Alontae Taylor Alontae Taylor believes he's the best cornerback in this free agent class, but where could he go? Here are four team fits for the Saints free agent.

Alontae Taylor believes he's the best cornerback in this free agent class, but where could he go? Here are four team fits for the Saints free agent.
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My daughter’s almost finished watching Gilmore Girls and this was real TV. 20+ episode seasons, 40+ minute episodes. We’ve lost so many recipes.

Saints veteran Alontae Taylor says he's the best free agent cornerback Saints star Alontae Taylor didn't mince words when sharing his expectations for free agency: 'I definitely feel like I'm the best free agent corner'

Alontae Taylor didn't mince words when sharing his expectations for free agency on SiriusXM: 'I definitely feel like I'm the best free agent corner coming out'
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Inside Alvin Kamara's redone contract: What it means, what it doesn't The Saints redid Alvin Kamara's contract on Friday, but it isn't your typical restructure. It could mean No. 41 is on his way out the door.

The Saints redid Alvin Kamara's contract on Friday, but it isn't your typical restructure. It could mean No. 41 is on his way out the door.
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With free agency ahead and trade rumors picking up... Saints future draft picks are

2026: 1, 2, 3, 4 (via SEA), 5, 5 (via SEA), 6
2027: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (via LAC), 7
2028: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 7 (via DAL), 7 (via NE)

Waiting for confirmation on a 2026 compensatory 4th.

Projecting the New Orleans Saints’ starting defense before free agency The Saints defense will look different in 2026. Here are the starters going into free agency, without Alontae Taylor, Cameron Jordan or Demario Davis.

The Saints defense could look very different in 2026. Here's the starting lineup going into free agency, without Alontae Taylor, Cameron Jordan or Demario Davis. | via Luke Loffredo
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The magic city x Hawks story is so funny to me because it really shows how much Atlanta is out of step with the rest of the country

It's A Dome That's Shaped Like A Saddle | Defector CALGARY, Alberta — The Germans are famous for squishing words together to form useful new compounds. But Calgarians perfected the art when they came up with “Saddledome.” You look at it, and you say, ...

I get very nostalgic about old arenas, and I love Canadian hockey, so I knew I was going to have to get to the Saddledome before it got demolished. defector.com/its-a-dome-t...

Another report links Saints to Jaguars free agent Travis Etienne Jr. Another repot linked the Saints to Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. SI's Albert Breer reports he may land $10M per year in a new contract.

Another repot linked the Saints to Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. SI's Albert Breer reports he may land $10M per year in a new contract.
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The Saints are under the cap somewhere between $19.6M and $20M. Next dominoes to watch:

-Erik McCoy (restructure saves $6.9M)

-Carl Granderson (restructure saves $8.65M)

-Demario Davis (extension would lower $14.19M dead money hit)

-Cesar Ruiz, Pete Werner, Davon Godchaux

Saints rework Alvin Kamara's contract ahead of 2026 free agency The New Orleans Saints reworked Alvin Kamara's contract ahead of free agency, saving another $8 million while leaving the door open on his future.

The New Orleans Saints reworked Alvin Kamara's contract ahead of free agency, saving another $8 million while leaving the door open on his future. | via Luke Loffredo
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Saints continue to get more cap space with a third veteran restructure The New Orleans Saints are back in the green in terms of cap space due to three straight restructures that have given them substantial breathing room.

The New Orleans Saints are back in the green in terms of cap space due to three straight restructures that have given them substantial breathing room. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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4 possible landing spots for Saints DE Cameron Jordan in free agency Cameron Jordan may be on the outs with the New Orleans Saints. These four teams look like natural landing spots for him in free agency.

Cameron Jordan may be on the outs with the New Orleans Saints. These four teams look like natural landing spots for him in free agency.
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Saints 2026 free agency tracker: Instant analysis on latest rumors We're a week out from the free agency signing period. Check this space often for instant analysis on the latest New Orleans Saints rumors and reports.

I added a section for the Saints' salary cap moves to our tracker. Based on the three restructures @nickunderhill.bsky.social reported this afternoon, I'm estimating them to be under the cap by more than $12.5 million. More to come
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New Orleans Saints get under salary cap with Justin Reid restructure It only took two moves for the New Orleans Saints to get under the salary cap. Restructuring their contract with Justin Reid got it done.

It only took two moves for the New Orleans Saints to get under the salary cap. Restructuring their contract with Justin Reid got it done. | via @ClutchWDN
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Saints restructure Chase Young's contract, near salary cap compliance The New Orleans Saints made their first move to reach salary cap compliance by restructuring their contract with Chase Young. Expect more to follow.

The New Orleans Saints made their first move to reach salary cap compliance by restructuring their contract with Chase Young. Expect more to follow.
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2026 NFL Draft: Saints schedule workout with Clemson LT Tristan Leigh The New Orleans Saints have begun scheduling private workouts before the 2026 draft, with Clemson left tackle Tristan Leigh drawing their attention.

The New Orleans Saints have begun scheduling private workouts before the 2026 NFL Draft, with Clemson left tackle Tristan Leigh drawing their attention. | via @clutchwdn.bsky.social
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Projecting the New Orleans Saints’ starting offense before free agency Here's what the New Orleans Saints' starting offense looking like going into free agency. It's clear they have some vulnerabilities to address.

Here's what the New Orleans Saints' starting offense looking like going into free agency. It's clear they have some vulnerabilities to address. | via Luke Loffredo
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Cameron Jordan won't get new deal before free agency, will test market ESPN reports Cameron Jordan won't sign a new deal with the New Orleans Saints before free agency. The franchise sacks leader will test the market.

Uh oh. ESPN reports Cameron Jordan won't sign a new deal with the New Orleans Saints before free agency. The franchise sacks leader will test the market.
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Saints 2025 Year in Review: Asim Richards trade brought mixed results Our 2025 New Orleans Saints Year in Review continues with Asim Richards. A preseason trade with the Dallas Cowboys brought mixed results.

Our 2025 New Orleans Saints Year in Review continues with Asim Richards. A preseason trade with the Dallas Cowboys brought mixed results. | via Bob Rose
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NFL free agency preview: Potential Saints backup quarterback targets Why the Saints may pursue a quarterback in free agency and who their targets could be

Expect Kellen Moore to get more of his own guys in the QB room. Why the Saints may pursue a quarterback in free agency and who their targets could be | via Bob Rose
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Quick look at the #Saints roster before free agency. Just my take on the depth chart. Names in red ended the year on injured reserve, names in gold are 30 or older.

What stands out?

Saints fielded one of the NFL's most-injured offensive lines in 2025 If you felt like the New Orleans Saints offensive line was one of the NFL's most injured units, you weren't wrong. We've got the numbers to prove it.

If you felt like the New Orleans Saints offensive line was one of the NFL's most injured units last year, you weren't wrong. We've got the numbers to prove it.
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It's quiet on the Saints front but they may already be under the salary cap. Can't wait for the "Erik McCoy/Carl Granderson restructured their contracts two weeks ago but it just now came out" reports in a few days.

BREAKING: The Chicago Bears are finalizing a trade to send WR D.J. Moore to the Bills, sources tell The Athletic.