Overview
- Estime, reclaimed off waivers on Nov. 3, rushed for 72 yards and scored a 2-yard touchdown with 58 seconds left to help the Saints beat the Browns 23-22 in overtime on Sunday.
- New Orleans gave Estime the early-down role by handing him the first three carries and a team-high 15 attempts while Alvin Kamara was limited to six carries.
- The Saints' depth picture changed over the weekend when they cut Kendre Miller and ruled rookie CJ Donaldson inactive and still have Travis Etienne Jr. on injured reserve, leaving immediate needs that Estime helped fill.
- Analysts linked the game plan and reduced rushing work for Kamara to the possibility the team is positioning him for a trade, though no deal has been announced and such moves would be completed before Tuesday's deadline.
- Estime said he prioritized a return to New Orleans after landing on waivers, and his performance illustrates how waiver and practice‑squad churn can quickly reshape a roster and a team's short‑term game plan.