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ArticleSaints add pair of pass catchers to practice squad
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The New Orleans Saints have announced the additions of WR Kevin Austin Jr. and TE Treyton Welch to the practice squad. After both made the Saints' initial 53-man roster, the two players were waived, making room for new signings, and are now brought back after clearing the wire. Austin Jr. has appeared in 16 total games with New Orleans, eight in both 2024 and 2025. The wideout from Notre Dame has managed 24 receptions for nearly 300 yards and a lone touchdown since entering the league.
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Austin Jr. returns to Saints practice squad with 16-game history; injury depth play.

Kevin Austin Jr. was waived from the Saints' initial 53-man roster but brought back to the practice squad after clearing waivers. The Notre Dame wideout has appeared in 16 total games with New Orleans across 2024 and 2025 (eight games each season), accumulating 24 receptions for nearly 300 yards and one touchdown. With the Saints carrying just four wideouts on the active roster and persistent injury concerns throughout the offseason, Austin Jr. is positioned as a potential depth option who could see the field if injuries strike the receiving corps.

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