Audric Estime’s winding path in 2026 has brought him back where it started.
The New Orleans Saints claimed Estime off waivers from the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday afternoon, reuniting the team with the player who was its best back during the preseason. The Saints released veteran kicker Daniel Carlson in a corresponding move.
Estime made the Saints’ initial 53-man roster after turning in a strong training camp and preseason, during which he led the team with 74 rushing yards on nine carries. But he landed on injured reserve with a thigh injury before the season started and was ultimately released from IR with an injury settlement.