The New Orleans Saints have agreed to release veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks , according to multiple reports. With New Orleans firmly in rebuilding mode and the 32-year-old Cooks potentially looking for a more impactful role on a more competitive team, this move serves as an easy break for both parties.

It's also nothing new for Cooks, who has been on five different teams throughout his 12-year career -- though this is the first time he's been released. This season, Cooks had 19 receptions for 165 yards in 10 games (three starts) for the Saints, who will get a better look at younger receivers such as Devaughn Vele , Mason Tipton alongside standout Chris Olave down the stretch. New Orleans is 2-8, starting rookie second-round pick Tyler Shough at quarterback and in the cle

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