Saints activate receiver Jordyn Tyson and left tackle Kelvin Banks, cut running back Kendre Miller
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints receiver Jordyn Tyson, the club's 2026 first-round draft choice, is set to make his NFL debut as early as Sunday against the Cleveland Browns after being moved from injured reserve to the active roster.The addition of Tyson to the active roster on Saturday was among a handful of moves by the Saints, who also activated second-year left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr.
New Orleans Saints roster updates include activating receiver Jordyn Tyson and left tackle Kelvin Banks, Jr. from injured reserve, while cutting running back Kendre Miller. Tyson, the 2026 first-round draft pick, is set to make his NFL debut against the Cleveland Browns as early as Sunday. The 22-year-old, who was drafted eighth overall out of Arizona State, had his hamstring injury during training camp.
Tyson returned to practice on Wednesday feeling physically ready to play. Tyson's brother, Jaylon, is a current NBA player with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Second-year left tackle Kelvin Banks, Jr., who has not played since injuring his ankle during a Week 2 victory at Baltimore, is also activated. Running back Kendre Miller, the team's third-round draft choice out of TCU, has been cut from the roster. Miller's issues with injuries have resulted in limited appearances, with six games played this season.
His best performance included 159 yards and two touchdowns on 57 carries, along with nine receptions for 37 yards. The Saints have also promoted kicker Charlie Smyth from the practice squad and promoted running back Zamir White from the practice squad. The team has cut tight end Treyton Welch.
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