Saints Make Key Roster Adjustments Ahead of Upcoming Games
WHO:
neworleanssaints.com - Long snapper Zach Wood was placed on Injured Reserve.
neworleanssaints.com - Long snapper Scott Daly has appeared in 76 career games between the Detroit Lions (2021-23) and Chicago Bears (2024-25), logging nine tackles and two fumble recoveries, and has played in two postseason games for the Bears.
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints elevated WR Kevin Austin Jr. and LS Scott Daly to the active roster for the game against the Baltimore Ravens.
Heavy NFL - Colby Wooden arrived in New Orleans through the waiver process on August 31 after the Indianapolis Colts released him during final roster cuts.
neworleanssaints.com - Long snapper Scott Daly was originally signed by the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2018 out of Notre Dame.
baltimoreravens.com - Defensive Coordinator Anthony Weaver compared Tyler Shough to Buffalo Bills MVP Josh Allen, stating, "I was impressed with him then as a rookie. Has all the arm talent in the world [and] can run."
neworleanssaints.com - New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis announced roster moves.
baltimoreravens.com - Tyler Shough is the starting quarterback for the New Orleans Saints.
baltimoreravens.com - Defensive Coordinator Anthony Weaver holds Tyler Shough in high regard.
WHAT:
neworleanssaints.com - Scott Daly was signed to the practice squad.
neworleanssaints.com - CJ Donaldson made his NFL debut in Week One, rushing for four yards and recording one reception.
neworleanssaints.com - Scott Daly played in 17 games for the Bears in 2025, recording three special teams tackles and handling snapping duties in both postseason contests.
baltimoreravens.com - Tyler Shough led the Saints to four straight wins, including comeback victories over the Panthers and Titans, where he completed 78% of his passes for 605 yards and three touchdowns with no turnovers.
baltimoreravens.com - Chris Olave had 10 receptions for 182 yards against the Lions, both of which were league-highs for the week.
neworleanssaints.com - CJ Donaldson was signed as an undrafted free agent following the 2026 NFL Draft out of Ohio State.
baltimoreravens.com - Tyler Shough was selected by the Saints in the second round of last year's NFL Draft.
Heavy NFL - CJ Donaldson was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster despite Alvin Kamara returning from injury.
neworleanssaints.com - Scott Daly has appeared in 76 career games between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears, logging nine tackles and two fumble recoveries.
baltimoreravens.com - Chris Olave was limited in Thursday's practice due to a hamstring injury and wore a Guardian Cap for the first time during the last game.
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints signed running back CJ Donaldson from the practice squad to the active roster.
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints signed long snapper Scott Daly to the practice squad.
neworleanssaints.com - Long snapper Zach Wood was placed on Injured Reserve.
neworleanssaints.com - CJ Donaldson made his NFL debut in Week One, rushing for four yards and recording one reception.
baltimoreravens.com - The Saints have not made the playoffs since 2020, marking the franchise's longest playoff drought since Drew Brees' arrival in 2006.
baltimoreravens.com - The Saints began the previous season with a record of 2-10 before winning five of their last six games.
baltimoreravens.com - In Week 1, the Saints lost to the Detroit Lions 31-30 after rallying from a 21-0 third-quarter deficit.
baltimoreravens.com - Tyler Shough led the Saints to four straight wins after taking over as the starting quarterback in Week 8.
baltimoreravens.com - Chris Olave had 10 receptions for 182 yards against the Lions, both league-highs for the week.
baltimoreravens.com - The Saints signed running back Travis Etienne and guard David Edwards during the offseason.
baltimoreravens.com - The Saints' running backs had 85 rushing yards on 20 carries against the Lions.
WHERE:
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints practice at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens will play their first home game of the season against the Saints.
WHEN:
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints' Week 2 game is against the Baltimore Ravens on September 24, 2026.
neworleanssaints.com - The Saints' Week 2 game is against the Baltimore Ravens.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' first home game of the season is scheduled for this Sunday.
WHY:
baltimoreravens.com - The Saints made roster adjustments to improve their performance after a disappointing previous season.
HOW:
baltimoreravens.com - Defensive Coordinator Anthony Weaver stated, "I was impressed with him then as a rookie. Has all the arm talent in the world [and] can run. I don't think he gets enough credit for how good [of] an athlete he is. … Sky's the limit for the kid," regarding Tyler Shough.
baltimoreravens.com - Chris Olave stated, "I want to be able to live the long game, it's not all about football. I want to live regular life after football."
baltimoreravens.com - Defensive Coordinator Anthony Weaver stated, "I don't think he gets enough credit for how good [of] an athlete he is. … Sky's the limit for the kid," regarding Tyler Shough.
baltimoreravens.com - Olave stated, "You all know the head injuries I've had in my career... I want to be able to live the long game, it's not all about football."
neworleanssaints.com - CJ Donaldson was signed from the practice squad to the active roster as part of the Saints' roster moves.
The New Orleans Saints have placed long snapper Zach Wood on Injured Reserve and signed Scott Daly to the practice squad. In Week One, CJ Donaldson made his NFL debut, rushing for four yards and recording one reception. Looking ahead, the Saints will face the Baltimore Ravens in their Week 2 game on September 24, 2026.