New Orleans Saints release veteran edge rusher Jonah Williams from practice squad

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

New Orleans Saints release veteran edge rusher Jonah Williams from practice squad
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The New Orleans Saints released veteran edge rusher Jonah Williams on Wednesday, just days after adding him to the practice squad. Williams had recently worked out for the team and rejoined the club after spending training camp with the Arizona Cardinals. The move coincides with the Saints signing wide receiver Kyrese Rowan to the organization. This roster adjustment follows a brief tenure for the 31-year-old, who appeared in 15 games for New Orleans during the 2025 season. The team continues to manage the health of Cameron Jordan, who has been sidelined by a hamstring injury since early August. The Saints open their regular season against the Detroit Lions this Sunday, though the release of Williams leaves the club's defensive depth chart in a state of flux as they finalize preparations.

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  • Jonah Williams was released from the New Orleans Saints practice squad on Wednesday.
  • The Saints signed wide receiver Kyrese Rowan as a corresponding roster move.
  • Cameron Jordan continues to deal with a hamstring injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions.
  • Williams recorded 18 tackles and three sacks for the Saints during the 2025 season.
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  • 8:17 PMYahoo SportsSaints bring back veteran EDGE, then release him just days later
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Jonah Williams re-signed with the New Orleans Saints after spending training camp with the Arizona Cardinals, only to be cut again days later.

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