Source: Saints release WR Michael Thomas as post-June 1 cut

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NEW ORLEANS -- In what was an expected move, the New Orleans Saints released wide receiver Michael Thomas on Wednesday, according to a source.

The Saints designated Thomas as a post-June 1 release, which will save $1.2 million against the salary cap for 2024. Thomas, who finished the season on injured reserve with a knee injury, was listed as a failed physical designation.

The Saints also released quarterback Jameis Winston, who agreed to terms with the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday, as a post-June 1 release.

The move was essentially a formality, as Thomas reworked his contract last spring to stay in New Orleans. Although the contract was for two seasons on paper,…