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Saints evaluate free agent receivers Chase Claypool, Josh Reynolds following injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:02 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Saints evaluate free agent receivers Chase Claypool, Josh Reynolds following injury

Summary

The New Orleans Saints held tryouts for veteran wide receivers Chase Claypool and Josh Reynolds on August 18, 2026, in light of rookie Jordyn Tyson's injury, which may sideline him for up to two months. Both receivers have had tumultuous recent seasons, with Claypool struggling since his time with the Steelers and Reynolds dealing with injuries across multiple teams. The Saints are seeking to bolster their receiving corps as they navigate this injury setback and weigh their options moving forward.

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Status Watch

•Jordyn Tyson could be out for up to two months.
•Chase Claypool and Josh Reynolds are being evaluated for potential signing.
•Claypool's recent seasons included a trade to the Bears and an injury with the Bills.
•Reynolds has played for multiple teams and recently dealt with a hip injury.

Latest Updates

12:18 AMYahoo Sports — New Orleans Saints Make WR Move After Jordyn Tyson Injury News
9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Saints work out free agent wide receivers after Jordyn Tyson injury

What they're saying

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With Jordyn Tyson potentially sidelined into the regular season, the Saints took a look at veteran wide receivers Chase Claypool and Josh Reynolds. The post New Orleans Saints Make WR Move After Jordyn Tyson Injury News appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports