Saints waive rookie DL Zxavian Harris after week one of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:16 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The New Orleans Saints have waived rookie defensive lineman Zxavian Harris after one week of training camp. Harris began camp on the non-football injury list following foot surgery in March and did not participate in any practices. His waiver comes as a disappointment given his prior evaluation as a third-round talent, though he faced issues, including off-field concerns and injury. The Saints have yet to confirm if he has been waived with an injury designation, which could allow him to remain with the team on injured reserve.
- •Harris signed with the Saints as an undrafted free agent from Ole Miss.
- •He was unable to practice due to a March foot surgery.
- •The Saints' decision could indicate a lack of confidence in his recovery.
- •Harris was previously arrested twice in college, affecting his draft stock.
- 3:16 PMYahoo Sports — Saints waive rookie DL Zxavian Harris one week into training camp
"Zxavian Harris started Saints training camp on the NFI list after March foot surgery, but he's been waived without taking a single snap at practice.
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