The New Orleans Saints and veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks have mutually agreed to part ways, according to reports from ESPN’s Nick Underhill.

The 32-year-old had signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Saints in March 2025, returning to the franchise that drafted him in the first round (20th overall) in 2014. However, his second stint in New Orleans didn’t deliver the results. In 10 games this season, Cooks managed just 19 receptions for 165 yards on 25 targets with zero touchdowns, averaging a career-low 8.7 yards per reception.

The decision comes as first-year head coach Kellen Moore identified critical areas for improvement following the team’s bye week self-evaluation.

“Red zone is an area that you look into,” Moore said during his Monday media availability.

“Just bec

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