Saints wide receiver competition intensifies with several new additions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are facing a competitive wide receiver battle ahead of minicamp, having added three new rookies to their roster. Notable players include first-round pick Jordyn Tyson and second-year player Kevin Austin Jr., among others. With a total of 13 receivers vying for just six roster spots, the tension will build as players like Bub Means and Trey Palmer aim to prove their value. The organization also signed rookie Brock Rechsteiner, who has garnered attention for his size and performance in tryouts. Observers expect this position battle to remain a focal point as offseason activities continue.
- •Saints added three wide receivers in the offseason, including Jordyn Tyson.
- •Current roster features 13 receivers competing for six positions.
- •Kevin Austin Jr. and Bub Means are among players with something to prove.
- •Brock Rechsteiner has impressed during rookie minicamp.
- •Position battle will be closely watched throughout the offseason.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — A look at several WR fighting for a spot on a crowded Saints roster
"Trying to make the Saints receiver room will be an uphill battle as all of the receivers have potential.
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