Clyde Edwards-Helaire, a former first-round draft pick for the Kansas City Chiefs, has signed with the New Orleans Saints. The move comes after Edwards-Helaire cleared waivers and is seen as a potential depth addition to the Saints' running back room, especially with starting running back Alvin Kamara dealing with a groin injury.
The 2020 NFL Draft first-round pick didn't have much of a wait, however, before landing in a new spot. After clearing waivers, Edwards-Helaire is experiencing a homecoming of sorts. The Baton Rouge native is signing with the New Orleans Saints . At the time of Underhill's report, it isn't clear whether this is a 53-man roster acquisition or a practice squad add.
Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid thanked Edwards-Helaire for his contributions in Kansas City and expressed a desire to leave the door open for a reunion.For New Orleans, this pickup likely has something to do with starting running back Alvin Kamara's recent injury. It appears to be a groin abductor ailment for the five-time Pro Bowler, leaving his status for the Saints' upcoming 'Monday Night Football' bout with the Green Bay Packers in question. While former third-round pick Kendre Miller projects to be the top replacement for Kamara if needed, Edwards-Helaire will join the room as depth behind Jamaal Williams and Jordan Mims. In four-plus seasons with the Chiefs, Edwards-Helaire toted the ball 441 times on the ground and amassed 1,845 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. He also hauled in 89 passes for another 765 yards and seven scores. Unfortunately, things never quite panned out for the one-time LSU star and he spent a good deal of 2024 dealing withNow, Edwards-Helaire gets to be closer to his original home and will also reunite with former Chiefs like Khalen Saunders, Willie Gay Jr. and Tyrann Mathieu.Jordan Foote is the deputy editor of Kansas City Chiefs On SI. Foote is a Baker University alumnus, earning his degree in Mass Media
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