METAIRIE, La. -- The New Orleans Saints released Thomas Morstead, who has been one of the NFL's best punters over the past 12 years and was responsible for one of the most iconic moments in franchise history.
Morstead was the one who executed the Saints' surprise onside kick as a rookie during Super Bowl XLIV. He went on to make the Pro Bowl in 2012. And he ranks among the top punters in NFL history in both yards per punt (46.5) and net average (41.7).
Morstead, who turns 35 next week, said he intends to keep playing -- though he and his family will always make New Orleans their home.