Brandin Cooks clears waivers
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The New Orleans Saints released wide receiver Brandin Cooks, who cleared waivers after no other NFL team claimed him. Cooks's contract, which included $420,000 for the remainder of the season and a $1.69 million fully guaranteed salary in 2026, was not altered to inflate his future guarantees to deter claims. Despite procedural questions regarding the waiver, the NFL permitted the Saints to proceed with releasing Cooks. He is now free to sign with any team and reportedly has a specific team in mind, although this raises potential tampering concerns. Cooks relinquished over $2.11 million in guaranteed money for the opportunity to join a new team, likely a contender.
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