Saints Add Daniel Carlson After Kicking Competition Fails to Produce Clear Winner

New Orleans is adding former All-Pro Daniel Carlson after Charlie Smyth and Tanner Brown failed to provide enough consistency during training camp and the preseason.

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Jan 4, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders place kicker Daniel Carlson (8) leaves the field after the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Saints Add Daniel Carlson After Kicking Competition Fails to Produce Clear Winner

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