Saints sign Brien Taylor among multiple roster moves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:09 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The New Orleans Saints announced the signing of defensive lineman Brien Taylor Jr. on August 7, 2026, following several roster adjustments. The undrafted rookie out of the Florida Gators, standing 6-foot-5 and weighing 294 pounds, had previously tried out for the team. He recorded 2 sacks and 5 tackles for loss during his college career. Taylor joins veteran linebacker Deion Jones and edge rusher Garrett Nelson, who was claimed off waivers, as the Saints aim to address depth issues caused by an injury to Brian Bresee. Taylor will compete for a spot on the roster as the Saints prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Saints signed Brien Taylor Jr. on August 7, 2026.
- •Taylor is an undrafted rookie from Florida.
- •He recorded 2 sacks and 5 tackles for loss in college.
- •Veteran linebacker Deion Jones was signed the same day.
- •Taylor will compete for a roster spot following injuries on the defensive line.
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Saints sign defensive lineman Brien Taylor among host of roster moves
"The New Orleans Saints added a second defensive lineman on Friday, signing undrafted rookie Brien Taylor after trying out several defenders.
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