The New Orleans Saints waived cornerback Rico Payton as a part of finalizing their 53 man roster for the upcoming 2025 NFL season. The team had intentions of resigning him to their practice squad, but he was instantly claimed off of waivers by the New York Giants.
Every year organizations are responsible for the difficult task of cutting players, and every year you have players you hope you can get back on the practice squad to continue their development. That won't be the case for Payton
This move left many fans shocked and disappointed. Payton becomes the second cornerback that the Saints have lost out on to the New York Giants this offseason, as they were outbid by earlier in March for Paulson Adeebo.