Tennessee Titans quarterback Mason Rudolph (11) before he is tackled by New Orleans Saints safety Johnathan Abram (24) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024. (Photo by Sophia Germer, The Times-Picayune) For some, it’s the best day of their lives.
For others, it’s a time to figure out what’s next. NFL teams, including the New Orleans Saints, from 90 to 53 on Tuesday, a nail-biting day for guys all around the league. Now that Dennis Allen and his staff have made their tough decisions, here’s a look at some of the surprises of the day.
Waiving Johnathan Abram. You knew the Saints weren’t really satisfied at safety when they courted All-Pro safety Justin Simmons, who eventually signed with the rival Atlanta Falcons. Abram started three games last season, so he seemed to be the frontrunner when camp began to fill the vacancy of Marcus Maye, especially after Abram's strong finish to last season, when he recorded 14 tackles and an interception in the last two games.
That starting job alongside Tyrann Mathieu now looks to belong to Will Harris, who has gotten plenty of reps lately. Just two days earlier, Abram was giving his teammates the pregame motivational speech prior to the game against the Tennessee Titans. Now he’s not even on the team.
Abram, entering his sixth NFL season, doesn’t have to clear waivers and is now free to sign with any team. Maybe he comes back after Week 1. Kyle Hergel.
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