Alan Herron stands out for Saints as training camp approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
As the countdown to the 2026 NFL season begins, Alan Herron is highlighted as the Saints Player of Day 70. The undrafted rookie offensive tackle, signed by New Orleans after a strong college career at Maryland, is competing for a spot on the 53-man roster. He faces tough competition behind starters Kelvin Banks and Taliese Fuaga. With training camp set to start soon, Herron will need to impress coaches to secure a role on the team. His signing included a notable guarantee of $272,500, indicating the team's interest in his potential.
- •Alan Herron, 23, is an undrafted rookie offensive tackle.
- •He signed with the Saints after college years at Maryland.
- •Competing for a backup role behind starters Banks and Fuaga.
- •Herron received a $25,000 signing bonus and $272,500 guaranteed.
- •Training camp begins in a few weeks.
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Alan Herron is the Saints Player of Day 70
"Alan Herron has the stuff to be a surprise pick for the 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie. The New Orleans Saints signed him with high expectations
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