Saints sign Deion Jones, Brien Taylor, and Malaki Williams; waive Zxavian Harris
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The New Orleans Saints announced roster changes on August 8, signing linebacker Deion Jones, defensive lineman Brien Taylor, and pass rusher Malaki Williams. Jones, a veteran with nine NFL seasons, previously played for the Falcons, Browns, Panthers, and Buccaneers. Taylor arrives from the University of Florida, while Williams played at Boise State. In a corresponding move, the Saints waived defensive lineman Zxavian Harris.
- •Saints signed linebacker Deion Jones, defensive lineman Brien Taylor, and pass rusher Malaki Williams.
- •Jones has 128 games played and 746 career tackles in the NFL.
- •Taylor recorded 38 tackles and two sacks in 22 games at Florida.
- •Williams joins after a redshirt senior year at Boise State.
- •Saints waived defensive lineman Zxavian Harris in a corresponding move.
- 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Saints announce three roster moves ahead of Saturday’s practice
- 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — Saints announce four roster moves
"The Saints signed linebacker Deion Jones, defensive lineman Brien Taylor and pass rusher Malaki Williams, the team announced Saturday.
"Several additions made on the Saints defense
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 3:47 PMSaints announce three roster moves ahead of Saturday’s practice
Several additions made on the Saints defense
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 2:44 PMSaints announce four roster moves
The Saints signed linebacker Deion Jones, defensive lineman Brien Taylor and pass rusher Malaki Williams, the team announced Saturday.
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