NFC NFC South · 2025 SEASON · WEEK 12

New Orleans
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Styles to IR, Tillman and Smartt Bolster Practice Squad as Saints Look Ahead

Rookie DB Lorenzo Styles Jr. has been placed on injured reserve, while the Saints bolster their practice squad with WR Cedric Tillman and TE Stone Smartt. Futures betting odds for 2026 are also being analyzed.

The New Orleans Saints have made a significant roster move, placing rookie defensive back Lorenzo Styles Jr. on injured reserve Tuesday. The move impacts special teams, a unit that has seen considerable shuffling. Styles, a promising young talent, now faces an extended layoff as he rehabilitates from his injury. In a bid to inject more experience into their depth chart, the Saints are also adding wide receiver Cedric Tillman and tight end Stone Smartt to their practice squad. Both players bring collegiate credentials and prior NFL experience, offering potential playmaking ability should they be called upon to the active roster. Tillman, a former third-round pick, offers size and receiving prowess, while Smartt, an athletic tight end, could provide a receiving threat from that position. As the franchise navigates these roster adjustments, attention is also turning towards the future. Our 2026 betting preview offers an in-depth look at the Saints' projected win totals, Super Bowl odds, and identifies early betting opportunities. Analysis of their schedule and evolving market trends provides valuable insights for those looking to wager on the team's long-term performance. The Saints’ path forward, defined by these personnel decisions and future outlooks, will be closely watched by the fanbase.
STANDINGS

Where they stand.

# Team W L T PCT PF PA DIFF
Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Buccaneers
0 0 0 .625 0 0 0
New Orleans New Orleans Saints
0 0 0 .625 0 0 0
Atlanta Atlanta Falcons
0 0 0 .625 0 0 0
Carolina Carolina Panthers
0 0 0 .625 0 0 0
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Tue, Sep 1 SAINTS SET 53-MAN ROSTER: WILSON SHINES, KEY CUTS MADE +

The New Orleans Saints finalized their 53-man roster, showcasing a blend of established and new talent, with Zach Wilson impressing in the preseason finale victory over Dallas. Numerous roster cuts were made to reach the final 53, and Charlie Smyth is expected to join the practice squad.

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Mon, Aug 31 Saints Finalize 53-Man Roster, Shake Up Practice Squad After Preseason Finale +

The New Orleans Saints finalized their 53-man roster, making numerous cuts across all positions. The team also began assembling its practice squad, reportedly including kicker Charlie Smyth. The Saints concluded their preseason with a victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

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Sun, Aug 30 Rattler Stays, Roster Shake-up Looms as Saints Finalize 53-Man Cutdown +

The Saints are keeping Spencer Rattler as QB2 and finalizing their 53-man roster following a preseason win over the Cowboys, though concerns about pass defense and injuries persist. Roster projections reveal key decisions across offense and defense, with the team poised to build its practice squad.

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