Saints sign cornerback Mike Reid, waive Beanie Bishop ahead of training camp
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Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The New Orleans Saints announced the signing of former Carolina Panthers cornerback Mike Reid and the waiving of Beanie Bishop on July 28, 2026, as players report for training camp. Reid, who is 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds, offers size and potential but lacks regular-season experience. He will compete for a reserve role and special-teams opportunities. Bishop, who had displayed promising performances with Pittsburgh in 2024, was released to make room for Reid, indicating a shift in the team’s cornerback evaluation strategy. Additionally, the Saints placed four players on injury lists as camp begins.
- •Saints sign cornerback Mike Reid and waive Beanie Bishop.
- •Reid is 6-foot-2, previously with Panthers and Seahawks.
- •Bishop had shown potential with the Steelers, including a Pro Football Writers All-Rookie Team selection.
- •Saints also placed four players on active injury lists as camp opens.
- •Training camp will determine Reid's role and position on the roster.
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