Today’s New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that the Saints could end up releasing cornerback Randall Gay.
It’s possible the Saints could release a noteworthy veteran in the coming weeks. Last year, they released defensive end Charles Grant, linebacker Mark Simoneau and guard Jamar Nesbit on the eve of the new fiscal year in early March. This year, however, there won’t be the same sense of urgency to release a player until a new CBA is in place. One player who could fall into that category is veteran cornerback Randall Gay, who is due a $3.5 million salary plus a $500,000 roster bonus in the final year of his contract. Gay is expected to be recovered from the concussion that landed him on injured reserve last year, but he would almost certainly need to restructure his deal to remain in New Orleans.