Saints waive Austin, Welch

The New Orleans Saints have announced corresponding roster moves after adding two players off waivers on Monday. The team has waived receiver Kevin Austin Jr. and tight end Treyton Welch.

Austin, 26, appeared in 16 games for New Orleans over the last two seasons, catching 13 passes for 140 yards with a touchdown in 2025. Welch, 25, appeared in three games with one start last season. The Saints claimed offensive tackle Mason Murphy from the Bears and defensive tackle Colby Wooden from the Colts earlier on Monday. extract-html.com