Saints Re-Sign 2 Players to Practice Squad Less Than 24 Hours After Firing Them!

The New Orleans Saints are leaving fans stunned with their lightning-fast decisions! Just two days after "firing" two players, the team has rushed to re-sign them to the practice squad. Is this a secret strategy or just end-of-season chaos? Let's dive into the details!

Just this past Tuesday, the Saints announced a series of changes: Signing cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. to the practice squad, while terminating the contract of running back Ian Wheeler. But the real shocker was cutting wide receiver Kevin Austin Jr. and tackle Barry Wesley. The official announcement from Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis left many surprised: "The team has signed CB Beanie Bishop Jr., terminated RB Ian Wheeler's practice squad contract, and cut WR Kevin Austin Jr. along with T Barry Wesley."

But the drama didn't stop there! Just two days later—on Thursday—the Saints completely reversed course. According to reports from Audacy Sports' Jeff Nowak, the team brought back WR Kevin Austin and OL Barry Wesley to the practice squad. "Saints have signed WR Kevin Austin and OL Barry Wesley," Nowak posted on X (formerly Twitter). Why the sudden flip-flop? Are the Saints testing their roster or is there a bigger plot at play?

Let's talk about these two "heroes" who got fired and rehired. Barry Wesley, the tackle who hasn't played a single game in the NFL, but has been grinding on the practice squad this season. Keeping him means the Saints are prioritizing depth for the offensive line—a smart move when injuries can strike at any time!

Then there's Kevin Austin Jr., who's been more in the spotlight. This guy has suited up for three games this season with the Saints, with one target but no catches. Overall, he's only played 37 offensive snaps and five special teams snaps. But don't underestimate him—last season, he shone in eight games (two starts), with 11 catches on 22 targets for 151 yards! Clearly, the Saints didn't want to lose a talent like that over... a hasty decision?

With only a few games left in the regular season, the Saints' practice squad is like a "revolving door"—cut and sign, sign and cut. Austin and Wesley are the victims (or beneficiaries?) of this backstage game. "Unfortunately, that's just the nature of the role," as many fans point out. But could the Saints be gearing up for an epic comeback?

Right now, the Saints are gearing up for a big showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. These "flash" signings might not change the big picture, but they provide much-needed depth—especially if the team decides to promote someone to the active roster. Saints fans, what do you think of this drama? Any more surprises in store?