Jonah Williams re-signs with Saints after brief practice squad release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:27 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The New Orleans Saints announced on September 14 that they have re-signed defensive lineman Jonah Williams to their practice squad, just five days after releasing him. Williams, a former starter for the Los Angeles Rams, previously signed with New Orleans on September 7, but was released two days later. During his time with the Rams, Williams started 16 games in the 2023 season, contributing significantly to their playoff run. His return to the Saints adds a veteran presence to their defensive line after he recorded a career-high three sacks in the 2025 season.
- •Jonah Williams signed to Saints' practice squad on September 14.
- •Released from same squad just five days prior.
- •Started 16 games for Rams in 2023 season.
- •Recorded three sacks with Saints in 2025.
- •A veteran presence on the defensive line for New Orleans.
- 3:27 AMYahoo Sports — Former Los Angeles Rams’ 16-Game Starter Re-Signs With Saints Following Brief Release
"The New Orleans Saints are taking another look at a former Los Angeles Rams starter.New Orleans announced Monday, Sept. 14, that it signed defensive lineman Jonah Williams to its practice squad, bringing him back only five days after terminating his practice-squad contract.For Los Angeles, the move is another turn in the career of a player […] The post Former Los Angeles Rams’ 16-Game Starter Re-Signs With Saints Following Brief Release appeared first on HEAVY.
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