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Browns, Saints Week 9: Home team’s roster gets 2 big reinforcements, 6 roster moves

The big story heading into the Cleveland Browns matchup with the New Orleans Saints is the visiting team’s quarterback position. Shedeur Sanders will start, but Deshaun Watson has cleared concussion protocol and could be set to be the backup, after…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 9:12 PM
Browns, Saints Week 9: Home team’s roster gets 2 big reinforcements, 6 roster moves
Key Things to Know
  • The New Orleans Saints activated Jordyn Tyson and Kelvin Banks Jr. from injured reserve ahead of Week 9.
  • New Orleans made four additional roster moves by waiving two players and elevating two from the practice squad.
  • Kendre Miller and Treyton Welch were waived, while Charlie Smyth and Zamir White earned roster elevations.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New Orleans Saints activated wide receiver Jordyn Tyson and offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. from injured reserve ahead of their Week 9 game against the Cleveland Browns. Tyson, a first-round selection, is preparing for his season debut following a hamstring injury, while Banks returns after being sidelined since Week 2.

In corresponding roster adjustments, the Saints waived running back Kendre Miller and tight end Treyton Welch, while elevating kicker Charlie Smyth and running back Zamir White. Meanwhile, the Browns announced Shedeur Sanders as their starting quarterback, with Deshaun Watson clearing concussion protocol to potentially serve as backup.

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