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Kellen Moore plans larger role for Devaughn Vele in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:55 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Kellen Moore plans larger role for Devaughn Vele in 2026

Summary

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore expects wide receiver Devaughn Vele to have a significantly larger role in the 2026 season following a strong finish in 2025. Moore acknowledged his regret for not integrating Vele sooner after the player was traded from the Denver Broncos before the last season. With Vele now healthy and better positioned within the offense, Moore expressed optimism about his contributions alongside other key players like Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson. Training camp will be essential for Vele's development this summer as the Saints aim to enhance their offensive performance.

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Key Details

•Kellen Moore aims to involve Devaughn Vele more in the offense.
•Vele was traded to the Saints from the Broncos prior to the 2025 season.
•Moore reflected on the challenge of integrating Vele last year.
•Vele finished the 2025 season strong and is now healthy.
•Saints offense includes key players like Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson.

Latest Updates

12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Kellen Moore has big plans for Saints WR Devaughn Vele in Year 2

What they're saying

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Kellen Moore regrets not getting Devaughn Vele more involved in the offense more quickly in 2025. He has big plans for the big receiver in 2026.
— Yahoo Sports

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